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Hyundai recalls 94,622 Genesis vehicles over fire risk
Fox Business • • business
Key Points:
- Hyundai is recalling 94,622 vehicles, including 2017-2020 Genesis G80 and 2015-2016 Hyundai Genesis sedans, due to a fire risk from overheating motors in powered front seats.
- The defect involves the front seat slider and height adjustment control switch potentially becoming stuck, causing the seat motor to run continuously and overheat, raising fire hazards.
- Hyundai estimates about 1% of the recalled vehicles have the defect, with two reported fire incidents but no crashes or injuries as of October 1.
- The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) advises owners to park affected vehicles away from structures until repairs, which will be free and available at Hyundai or Genesis dealers.
- Hyundai will notify owners by mail once a remedy, currently in development, is ready for installation.
