Hyundai Motor and Kia to Recall 510,000 Vehicles… Fire Risks and Software Defects Found

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Major models produced and sold by Hyundai Motor and Kia are facing a large-scale voluntary corrective action (recall) after manufacturing defects, including potential fire hazards and software errors, were discovered in approximately 500,000 vehicles.

The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport announced that defects were confirmed in 13 models from four manufacturers and importers, including Hyundai Motor and Kia, totaling 512,393 vehicles, prompting a voluntary recall. Among these, Hyundai Motor and Kia vehicles account for 99% of the total target, amounting to 509,258 units.

Hyundai Motor is conducting corrective actions for a total of nine models covering 400,021 vehicles due to three major defect causes. The Tucson and Tucson HYBE Ride, totaling 104,781 units, were found to have a potential risk of accidents caused by system malfunctions due to inadequate software design of the Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) system; free repairs have been underway since July 30.

Five models—Genesis G80, G90, GV70, GV80, and Hyundai Grandeur—totaling 127,059 vehicles were found to have defective tightening of the internal cross-over pipe nuts in their engines, raising concerns about fire risks due to fuel leaks. Formal corrective actions will begin on August 12. The Elantra modified HYBE Ride and Grandeur HYBE Ride, totaling 168,181 units, were confirmed to pose fire risks due to internal component overheating caused by software design issues in the HYBE Ride Integrated Control Unit (LDC). Corrective actions, including software updates, will be implemented starting August 13.

Kia is conducting a voluntary recall for two models totaling 109,237 vehicles due to defective fastening of engine parts. The targeted vehicles are the K8 (9,348 units) and Carnival (99,889 units). Similar to Hyundai Motor's premium lineup, these vehicles were found to have poor tightening of the internal cross-over pipe nuts, leading to fuel leaks and a risk of fire. Kia will begin corrective actions through its nationwide service network starting August 12.

Vehicle owners will be notified of corrective procedures via mail and SMS from the manufacturer. Owners who voluntarily repaired defective parts at their own expense prior to the recall announcement may apply for compensation of repair costs from the manufacturer in accordance with regulations. Whether a vehicle is subject to recall and details of specific defects can be verified by entering the license plate number or chassis number on the Automobile Recall Center website or mobile web.

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