Hyundai is recalling 94,622 vehicles due to a potentially defective front seat power motor control switch and is asking owners to park the vehicles outside. Affected models are:
- 2015-2016 Hyundai Genesis
- 2017-2020 Genesis G80
Hyundai’s filing with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) states, “The front power seat motors may overheat due to a stuck control switch.” This could cause a fire while the vehicle is parked or during driving. Until the issue is fixed, Hyundai recommends parking outside.
According to the NHTSA filing, the control switch for the power slider and lever for seat height adjustment “may become dislodged or damaged when subjected to external forces.” If the switch remains engaged, the engine continues to run and may cause the unit to overheat under constant pressure. Shutting off the vehicle does not disengage the switch. This could lead to a fire.
Hyundai notes that it became aware of the issue in December 2021 and has been monitoring it since. The automaker is aware of two incidents in the U.S. of “alleged fires,” but no crashes or injuries were reported. Hyundai’s Korean market reported power seat switch-related thermal events, and based on its investigation, decided to issue a recall in the U.S.
If owners smell a burning odor or cannot adjust the power seat, they should immediately park and exit the vehicle and contact their local dealership.
Hyundai is currently working on a solution, and in the meantime recommends owners park their cars outdoors, away from buildings or other vehicles.
Owners will be notified by mail when a remedy is in place and can schedule the no cost repairs with their local Hyundai or Genesis dealer.
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