Hyundai Motor Company Australia is undertaking a recall of the Hyundai Inster electric city car to rectify a manufacturing defect which could see the vehicle lose power while driving.
“Due to a manufacturing defect, the shaft in the three-way valve may break and lead to a coolant leak. This may cause the valve connector to overheat and result in loss of motive power whilst driving,” the recall notice said.
“A sudden loss of motive power whilst driving could increase the risk of an accident causing injury or death to vehicle occupants and/or other road users.”
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- A total of 872 vehicles are affected, produced between 2024 and 2026
- The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) list is attached here
- The original recall notice is attached here
Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted in writing by Hyundai Motor Company Australia to schedule an appointment with an authorised Hyundai dealer, where the work will be carried out free of charge.
Concerned owners can contact Hyundai on 1800 186 306 or via the Hyundai safety recall website.
It’s the second recall for the Inster since it was launched in Australia in late 2024, following a July 2025 recall to rectify missing caps on retaining studs which could cause injury to occupants reaching under the driver’s seat.
After discounts of up to $7000 in January 2026, Hyundai increased the Inster’s list price following a surge in electric vehicle (EV) sales in Australia to record levels.
In 2026, the Inster has been the brand’s third most popular EV behind the Kona Electric and Hyundai Elexio SUVs.
