Hyundai Motor to recall over 94,000 vehicles in US over fire risk
WASHINGTON — Hyundai Motor America will recall more than 94,000 Hyundai and Genesis vehicles in the United States over a potential fire risk caused by overheating power seat motors, according to U.S. transportation authorities. The recall affects 94,622 vehicles, including certain 2015-2016 Hyundai Genesis and 2017-2020 Genesis G80 models, according to a recall notice posted by the U.S. National…
Hyundai Motor America is issuing a recall for over 94,000 of its vehicles in the United States due to a potential fire hazard caused by overheating power seat motors, according to the U.S. transportation authorities. The recall encompasses 94,622 vehicles, including specific 2015-2016 Hyundai Genesis and 2017-2020 Genesis G80 models, as announced by the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on October 9.
The agency stated that the front power seat motors could overheat due to a malfunctioning power seat control switch, which might result in a fire while the car is either parked or in motion. It advised owners to park their vehicles outdoors and away from other vehicles or structures until repairs are finished, as a fire could heighten the risk of injury.
The remedy for the defect is still being developed, with notification letters to affected vehicle owners scheduled to be sent out on December 7, as per the agency.
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