Genesis Recalls Cars and SUVs for Fire Risk, Warns Owners to Park Outside
The Hyundai-owned brand is the latest to have a fire-related recall
Genesis is recalling over 90,000 vehicles including 2015-2016 Hyundai Genesis sedans, 2017-2019 Genesis G80 and G90 sedans, and 2019 Genesis G70 SUVs because they may catch fire while parked or while driving. The automaker says that owners should park these vehicles outside and away from structures until a free recall repair has been completed.
The problem is caused if the car is driven on a flooded road or in abnormally wet conditions and water gets into the vehicle’s starter solenoid, which is part of the ignition system. If this happens, an electrical short can cause a fire in the engine compartment. Drivers may notice smoke coming from the engine compartment, a burning or melting odor, and/or difficulty starting the engine.
Genesis Fire Recall Details
Vehicles Recalled
• Hyundai Genesis sedans manufactured between Feb. 21, 2014, and Feb. 24, 2016
• Genesis G80 sedans manufactured between March 17, 2016, and Jan. 4, 2019
• Genesis G90 sedans manufactured between June 13, 2016, and Jan. 22, 2019
• Genesis GV70 SUVs manufactured between May 2, 2018, and Jan. 26, 2019
The problem: Water could leak into the starter solenoid and cause a short circuit, which could lead to an engine compartment fire. Owners can still drive the cars, but should park them outside and away from structures.
The fix: Genesis and Hyundai dealerships will install a kit that prevents water intrusion, free of charge.
How to contact the manufacturer: Owners may contact Hyundai at 855-371-9460.
NHTSA campaign number: 24V107. Hyundai’s own numbers for this recall are 254(H) and 018G(G).
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