Hyundai, Kia Recall Over 3 Million Vehicles for Engine Fire Risk

Affiliated automakers Hyundai and Kia are recalling more than 3 million vehicles combined over issues that could lead to fires in the engine compartments of certain models.

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Affected Hyundai vehicles include the following vehicles and model years:

• 2012-15 Accent, Azera
• 2011-15 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid
• 2013-15 Elantra coupe, Santa Fe
• 2014-15 Equus
• 2013 Santa Fe Sport
• 2010-13 Tucson
• 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell
• 2012-15 Veloster
• 2010-12 Veracruz

In these vehicles, an electrical short caused by a brake fluid leak and overcurrent in the antilock braking system module may result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving, increasing the risk of injury.

Affected Kia vehicles include include the following vehicles and model years:

• 2014-16 Cadenza
• 2010-13 Forte, Forte Koup, Sportage
• 2015-18 K900
• 2011-15 Optima
• 2011-13 Optima Hybrid, Soul
• 2012-17 Rio
• 2010-11 Rondo
• 2011-14 Sorento

In these vehicles, an engine compartment fire may occur near the hydraulic electronic control unit while driving or parked due to a short circuit resulting from excessive current. The cause of the short circuit, however, is unknown at this time.

Both automakers are advising owners to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the repair can be completed. Hyundai dealers will replace the ABS fuse and Kia dealers will replace the HECU fuse, as necessary, for free. Owner notification letters will be sent Nov. 21 for Hyundai and Nov. 14 for Kia, but those with further questions in the meantime can call Hyundai at 855-371-9460 (recall number 251), Kia at 800-333-4542 (recall number SC284), the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s vehicle-safety hotline at 888-327-4236, or visit its website to check your vehicle identification number and learn more.

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