GROUP

NUMBER

CAMPAIGN

26-01-018G

DATE

Technical Service Bulletin

MODEL(S)

FEBRUARY 2026

GV70 ELECTRIFIED
(JK1A EV)

DCU SOFTWARE UPDATE
(LIMITED COVERAGE CAMPAIGN L04G)

SUBJECT:

 IMPORTANT
Retailers must perform this field action on all affected vehicles within 5/ 60,000 New Vehicle Limited
Warranty (NVLW) prior to retail delivery to a guest and whenever an affected vehicle is in the shop
for any maintenance or repair. See Warranty Information section for more details.
Access the “Vehicle Information” screen via WebDCS to verify “Warranty Start Date” and ensure the
vehicle is within NVLW, observing mileage prior to any repair work.
Description: Certain GV70 Electrified (JK1A EV) vehicles may exhibit a Data Communication Unit
(DCU) software error due to the internal timer initialization logic not being implemented. The DCU
module may shut down telematics services after one year. This bulletin provides instructions to
perform a software update for the DCU module.
Applicable Vehicles (Certain):
Model Year

Model

Production Dates

2026

GV70 Electrified (JK1A EV)

03/01/2025 – 06/09/2025

SST Information:
Tool Name

Tool Number

VCI 3

G0VPNNN006

Figure

+
19-Pin Cable

G1XDDCA020

Remarks

Ordering Information

VCI 3 comes with
the 19-pin cable
(P/N G1XDDCA020
included here
Website:
for reference)
https://genesisessentialtools.com/
Email:
[email protected]

VCI 2
Ethernet
Communication
Interface (ECI)
Kit

G1XDDMN002

+
G0XDDMN052

If using VCI 2, the
ECI Kit will be
required to
complete software
updates.

Phone: 1-855-763-6630
Hours: 7 AM – 7 PM CST

NOTE: VCI 2 can NO longer be ordered but can be used for the updates in this TSB.
Circulate To: General Manager, Service Manager, Parts Manager, Warranty Manager, Service
Advisors, Technicians, Body Shop Manager, Fleet Repair

SUBJECT:

DCU SOFTWARE UPDATE

GDS Information:

(LIMITED COVERAGE CAMPAIGN L04G
)

)

Model

System

Event Number*

Description

GV70
Electrified
(JK1A EV)

DCU

1310

JK1a EV PE DCU LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (NA)

(*or use a later available event as listed in the GDS DCU Update screen if one is available.)

Warranty Information:
Model

Op. Code

Operation

Op. Time

Nature
Code

Causal Part

Cause
Code

GV70
Electrified
50DA53R0
DCU Software Update 0.4 M/H 96510-ITNA0
W11
ZZ3
(JK1A EV)
NOTE 1: Submit claim on Claim Entry Screen as “Campaign” type.
NOTE 2: 5/ 60,000 New Vehicle Limited Warranty (NVLW) applies to the part(s) and repair
procedure(s) outlined in this TSB. Prior to beginning any repair work, ensure the part(s) associated
with the repair procedure are within NVLW, observing mileage and Warranty Start Date or date of first
use. If the subject part(s) are out of warranty coverage, the retailer has the option to submit a PA
Request for goodwill consideration on a case-by-case basis.
NOTE 3: If any part(s) not subject to this TSB are found in need of replacement while performing the
repair procedure, and the affected part(s) are still under warranty, the retailer may submit a separate
claim using the same repair order. If the part(s) not subject to this TSB are out of warranty coverage,
the retailer has the option to submit a PA Request for goodwill consideration on a case-by-case basis.
NOTE 4: Op times include VIN, mileage, and photo capture of the ECU Update “Success” result
screen as outlined in the Digital Documentation Policy.

ROM ID Information:
Model

Event

System

ECU
Part Number

GV70
Electrified
(JK1A EV)

1310

DCU

96510-ITNA0

ROM ID
Current
120.NA.011870.011870

Latest
120.NA.012054.012054

120.NA.011951.011951

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DCU SOFTWARE UPDATE

Service Procedure:

(LIMITED COVERAGE CAMPAIGN L04G
)

)

DIGITAL DOCUMENTATION
This TSB includes repair validation photos. Refer to the latest Warranty Digital Documentation
Policy for requirements.

NOTICE
You must initially perform the GDS ECU update in Auto Mode.
• If the ECU update starts but then fails in Auto Mode, perform the update in Manual Mode
to recover.

NOTICE
Ensure the vehicle’s battery charge is above 11.0 Volts and the tablet’s battery charge is above
30% before performing a software update to avoid update failure.

i

Information

•

Turn OFF all lamps (do NOT leave head lamp switch in auto mode) and all accessories.

•

Perform update with the ignition switch in the ON position.

•

Do NOT disconnect any cables connected to the vehicle or scan tool during the update.

•

Do NOT place in Ready mode during the update.

•

Do NOT turn OFF the ignition switch during the update.

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DCU SOFTWARE UPDATE

(LIMITED COVERAGE CAMPAIGN L04G
)

)

Configuration of Ethernet Communication on Tablet

VCI 2 Connection (must use ECI kit with USB-C cable attachment):
1.

Connect the ECI DLC connector to the OBD
connector of the vehicle.
Connect the VCI to the receiver module on the
ECI cable.

2.
3.

Connect the ECI cable with the USB-C
connector cable attachment to the tablet.

VCI 3 Connection (use VCI 3 cable):
1.

Connect the 19-pin connector to the bottom
of the VCI 3.

2.
Connect the VCI to the OBD connector of the
vehicle.

3.

Connect the cable with the USB-C connector
to the tablet.

i
•

Information
If using VCI 2, please wait for the Wi-Fi Direct timer to complete to ensure the Wi-Fi Direct
connection is established. Do NOT select Bluetooth Only.

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DCU SOFTWARE UPDATE

(LIMITED COVERAGE CAMPAIGN L04G
)

)

ECU Update Procedure

1.

Enter the following digits exactly as shown for
IP address, DNS address, Netmask and
Default gateway.
Save and close.

i

Information

Ensure the following IP settings on your
tablet matches the below before
proceeding with the software update.

2.

Perform the ECU update in Auto Mode.

i

Information

Refer to TSB # 25-GI-011H, “ECU
Update Procedure for Tablet-Based
Genesis Smart”, for additional
information.

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3.

DCU SOFTWARE UPDATE

(LIMITED COVERAGE CAMPAIGN L04G
)

)

Verify the ROM ID by selecting the DCU
system to scan the vehicle’s current ROM ID.

NOTICE
Check the current ROM ID version and
compare it to the ROM ID Information
table before attempting to perform the
software update.

NOTICE
If the update fails, remove the power
connector from the in-cabin fuse box for
at least 5 seconds. Alternatively,
disconnect the negative (–) 12V battery
terminal and wait at least 5 seconds.
Reassemble and retry the update.

4.

After the ECU update process shows 100%
complete, follow the prompts on the screen to
cycle the ignition OFF for at least 10 seconds
to reset the control unit (certain models may
take up to 30 seconds).

i

Information

Use the Refresh button to reset the
timer.

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5.

DCU SOFTWARE UPDATE

(LIMITED COVERAGE CAMPAIGN L04G
)

OTA initialization (A) should perform
automatically:
• If OTA initialization performs
automatically, then proceed with the
service procedure.
•

)

A

If the OTA initialization process fails,
complete it manually under:
S/W Management > CCU_CCNF Central Communication Unit (CCNF)
> OTA Initialization (B).
Follow the instructions on the screen.

B

6.

DIGITAL
DOCUMENTATION

Using the tablet or GDS screen capture
function, take a screenshot of the ECU
Update “Success” result screen.
Upload the photo to STUI.
NOTE: The VIN/Date/Time/Mileage photo
imprint is NOT required for GDS
screenshots.

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DCU SOFTWARE UPDATE

(LIMITED COVERAGE CAMPAIGN L04G
)

7.

Perform an All Systems Fault Code search
and erase DTC history that had incidentally
occurred from the ECU update.

8.

Place in Ready mode to confirm proper
operation of the vehicle.

9.

The service procedure is now complete.

)

NOTICE
If the ECU update fails in Auto Mode, perform the update in Manual Mode using the password(s)
below.
Manual Mode Password:
Event

Menu

Password

1310

JK1a EV PE 96510-ITNA0

7229

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