Hyundai Genesis Recall Fire Warning

Hyundai recalls 94,000 Genesis sedans after potential seat fire risk.

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Oct 15, 2026

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Hyundai Genesis Recall Fire Warning

Hyundai recalls 94,000 Genesis sedans after potential seat fire risk.

In brief

Hyundai recalls 94,000 Genesis sedans after potential seat fire risk. Hyundai recalls 94,622 Genesis G80 and Genesis sedans due to overheating power seat switches causing fire risk. Originally reported by Road & Track.

Recall Announcement

Hyundai recalls 94,622 Genesis G80 and Genesis sedans for potential fire risk.

“Prolonged motor operation over time may result in overheating, thereby increasing the risk of a vehicle fire while driving or parked”

Fire Risk Details

Front power seat motors may overheat from a dislodged switch causing fire while parked or driving.

“Specifically, the front seat slider and height adjustment control switch can become dislodged or damaged and run continuously until they overheat”

Recall Timeline

Recall Timeline

Hyundai first learned of issue in December 2021, then received additional reports through July 2024 and July 2026.

Immediate Action

Owners must park vehicles outdoors away from other structures to reduce fire risk.

What it means

Hyundai recalls 94,622 Genesis G80 and Genesis sedans due to overheating power seat switches causing fire risk.

Read the original on Road & Track

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