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Hyundai to replace battery systems in 82,000 vehicles globally

Combined with an earlier recall, cost likely to be an estimated $900m

This is the second recall of Kona, and follows a decision by authorities this year to launch a probe into whether the previous recall was adequate.   © Reuters

SEOUL (Reuters) -- Hyundai Motor will replace battery systems in some 82,000 electric vehicles globally due to fire risks - a costly $900 million recall that lays bare the thorny issue of how car and battery makers split the bill when problems arise.

The recall is one of the first mass battery pack replacements conducted by a major automaker.

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