The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration just released one news with an order “outdoor park” for some Hyundai and Kia models there is a risk of fire. This applies to approximately 485,000 vehicles, including 2014-2015 Hyundai Tucson2016-2018 Hyundai Santa Fe2017-2018 Santa Fe Sport2019 Santa Fe XL2014-2016 Kia Sportage and 2016-2018 Kia K900.
Of today remember comes after the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration strengthen a series of investigations into engine compartment fires that have plagued Korean automakers.
Owners of the vehicles listed above should park their vehicles outside, away from other vehicles and structures in the meantime. Doesn’t matter if the car is on or off, like Hyundai and That believe there is a fire hazard one of two ways. Hyundai said it was aware of fires related to the problem, but said there were no reports of injuries or deaths caused by them.
Up to this point, Hyundai and Kia have not confirmed the cause of the fire. However, manufacturers claim that it is due to an electrical component in the anti-lock lock brake system that “it is possible to experience an internal short circuit that may increase the risk of fire both while the vehicle is being driven or parked”.
If this happens, the end result could be a fire in the engine compartment. All vehicles in this category are being recalled, and agency will install a new fuse for the electronic hydraulic control board designed to reduce the risk of fire.
Owners of recalled vehicles should mail notices by March 31. Until recall work can be completed, it is recommended that affected vehicles be parked at a location. outside. Hyundai says warning signs for owners include the glow of the ABS warning lights, a burning smell, and smoke from the engine compartment.
