Hyundai has recalled 54 Nexo hydrogen-fuel cell crossovers for 2019 due to the danger of fuel leakage that could cause the vehicle to catch fire.
Models manufactured between August 10, 2018 and December 17, 2018 are included in the recall. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, a receptacle might detach instantly after being filled with hydrogen.
The filter in the receptacle has consumed the component of the system that seals the refuel intake. If the issue persists, the refill inlet may fail to seal properly, resulting in leakage and a risk of fire. According to Hyundai, the defect occurred because the supplier utilized a prototype epoxy-bonded filter rather than the laser-welded filter recommended by design.
The issue was discovered after Hyundai Motor Company’s North American branch received notification on March 16, 2022, of a 2019 Nexo catching fire in South Korea during a hydrogen station recharge. The company investigated the incident and determined that a piece of material from the fuel inlet had come free, allowing hydrogen to escape.
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The owner detected an unusual noise and opened the fuel filler door to investigate. It was assumed that static energy from the individual’s hand discharged into the fuel cap, igniting the leaking hydrogen. This resulted in the establishment of a fire.
According to Hyundai’s timeline of events, the fueling station was equipped with a fire suppression system capable of extinguishing the blaze in seconds. According to the inquiry, this vehicle lacks the mandatory laser-welded gasoline intake receptacle filter. The company believes that this issue is solely responsible for the Nexo fire in South Korea.
The Hyundai Nexo is only accessible in California due to the state’s hydrogen refueling infrastructure.
