From Motor1 · Brian Potter · · 40s
Hyundai Genesis Recall Fire Risk
Hyundai recalls 94,622 Genesis models after power seat fire risk.
In brief
Hyundai recalls 94,622 Genesis models after power seat fire risk. Hyundai tells 94,622 Genesis owners to park cars outdoors until fix for power seat fire risk is ready. Originally reported by Motor1.
Recall Announcement
Hyundai Motor America recalls 94,622 Genesis sedans and G80 models due to power seat fire risk.
“Hyundai is advising affected owners to park their vehicles outdoors and away from buildings, garages, and other vehicles until repairs can be completed”
Affected Models
Recall covers 54,644 2015-2016 Genesis sedans and 39,978 2017-2020 G80 sedans.
Fire Risk Explanation
Damaged seat switches can keep motors running after driver leaves causing fire risk.
Safety Instructions
Owners must check for burning odor or stuck switches and park cars outdoors immediately.
The key point
Hyundai tells 94,622 Genesis owners to park cars outdoors until fix for power seat fire risk is ready.
