Electric Nissan Ariya can shut itself off; Hyundai Kona Electric also with problems (week 44/23)

07/11/2023

This week’s recalls:
– Nissan Ariya – short circuit
– Hyundai Kona Electric – loss of power
– Fiat Panda – side airbags

Overview of the recalls in 44th week of 2023

Eight recalls for eight models of eight carmakers were issued via Rapex in the 44th week of 2023. Four more recalls were announced by the German Motor Vehicle Authority (KBA).

Fiat, Ford, Hyundai, Maserati, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, Rolls-Royce and Seat have one recall each at Rapex this week.

Fiat, Honda, Nissan, Opel, and Tesla are also recalling through the KBA.

Isn’t that your car? See also the recent recalls of other makes.

Short circuit in the engine

Conductive fibrous shavings from the slip ring assembly of the drive motors may cause a short circuit between the two slip rings, with nearly 12,000 Nissan Ariya electric vehicles built between March 2022 and April 2023. As a result, the motor torque will be reduced to protect the internal components of the control unit, leading to loss of drive and potentially the display of the “EV System Off” message on the dashboard. There are also problems with the Hyundai Kona Electric, where coolant can leak into the electrical systems, leading to a sudden loss of power. Korean vehicles manufactured between June 17, 2020, and December 7, 2020, are being recalled.

Fiat Panda airbags

The electrical connection of the side impact sensor may not be correctly installed in more than 28,000 2023 Fiat Pandas. The side airbags may not activate in the event of a side impact, increasing the risk of injury. Mercedes SLs and Ford F-150s are also being recalled due to faulty wiring.

Details on this week’s Rapex recalls can be found in the table below.

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Rapex Recalls announced in the 44th week of 2023

Make, Model (years)	Problem
Fiat Panda (2023)	The electrical connection of the side impact sensor may not be properly installed.
Ford F-150 (2022 – 2023)	The rear axle wiring can touch the rear axle housing and rub against it over time.
Hyundai Kona Electric (2020)	An internal coolant leak in the EPCU (Electric Power Control Unit) may lead to coolant entering the electrical systems.
Maserati MC20 (2022 – 2023)	Two reinforcement pins in the windscreen frame can be incorrectly sealed or are missing.
Mercedes-Benz SL (2021 – 2023)	Due to improper installation, the 12V starter/generator wiring harness could come into contact with the drive shaft.
Nissan Ariya (2022 – 2023)	Conductive fibrous shavings from the slip ring assembly of the drive motors may cause a short circuit.
Rolls-Royce Ghost (2019 – 2022)	The instrument unit is made with a single layer of tempered glass, which may break under side impact conditions.
Seat Leon (2023)	Improper heat treatment applied to engine mounts may cause them to break.

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