From Car and Driver · Jack Fitzgerald · · 40s
Hyundai Recalls 95,000 Cars for Fire Risk
Hyundai recalls 94,622 Genesis sedans after fire risk warning.
In brief
Hyundai recalls 94,622 Genesis sedans after fire risk warning. Hyundai recalls 94,622 2015-2020 Genesis sedans due to power seat fire risk, urging owners to park outside. Originally reported by Car and Driver.
Hyundai Recall
Hyundai issued a recall for 94,622 vehicles that could catch fire.
Affected Vehicles
The recall covers 2015-2016 Genesis sedans and 2017-2020 Genesis G80 sedans.
Fire Risk Cause
A power seat control can overheat and become locked, potentially causing a fire.
Safety Warning
Owners must park outside away from structures until a permanent fix is available.
Remedy Timeline
Hyundai will notify owners by December 6 and fix vehicles for free at dealerships.
Here's the gist
Hyundai recalls 94,622 2015-2020 Genesis sedans due to power seat fire risk, urging owners to park outside.
