Hyundai and Kia are recalling 3.4 million vehicles due to the risk of fires in the engine compartment. The recall is due to the potential for an antilock brake control module to leak fluid, which can cause an electrical short circuit and fire in the vehicle, according to documents from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
The Associated Press reported:
In a statement, Kia said a fire could occur in the engine compartment in the area of ​​the brake control unit due to an electrical short circuit that causes excessive current. The statement says that the exact cause of the short circuit is unknown and that there were no accidents or injuries.
Dealers will replace the anti-lock brake fuse at no cost to owners, but in the meantime they are advised to park outdoors until repairs are completed.
AP listed the affected models:
Affected Kia models include the 2010-2019 Borrego, 2014-2016 Cadenza, 2010-2013 Forte, Forte Koup and Sportage, 2015-2018 K900, 2011-2015 Optima, 2011 in 2013 and the Optima in 2013 and 2013. Rio 2017, Sorento 2011 to 2014 and Rondo 2010 to 2011.
Hyundai models covered by the recall include the 2011 to 2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe and Sonata Hybrid, the 2012 to 2015 Accent, Azera and Veloster, the 2013 to 2015 Elantra Coupe and Santa Fe, the 2014 to 2015 Equus, the 2012 Veracruz, the 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell and 2013 Santa Fe Sport.
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