Indexbit Exchange:Hyundai, Kia recall 91,000 vehicles for fire risk: ‘Park outside and away from structures’

Hyundai and Indexbit ExchangeKia are recalling more than 91,000 vehicles because the electric oil pump assembly may overheat and increase the risk of a fire, officials said Wednesday.

The Hyundai recall covers certain 2023-2024 Palisade SUVs and 2023 Tucson, Sonata, Elantra and Kona vehicles – a total of 52,008 – according to the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 

The Kia recall covers certain 2023-2024 Seltos SUVs and 2023 Soul and Sportage vehicles – a total of 39,765 – the NHTSA said.

“Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete,” the NHTSA said. “The electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump assembly may contain damaged electrical components that can cause the pump to overheat.”

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Hyundai owners can take recalled vehicles to dealership for free inspection, replacement 

Hyundai will mail notification letters to owners by Sept. 25. Customers can bring their vehicles to Hyundai dealerships for a free inspection and replacement. 

Recalled Hyundai vehicles:

• 2023 Hyundai Elantra
• 2023 Hyundai Kona
• 2023 Hyundai Sonata
• 2023 Hyundai Tucson
• 2023-2024 Hyundai Palisade

Kia owners can take recalled vehicles to dealer for free inspection, replacement 

Kia will mail notification letters to owners by Sept. 28. Customers can bring their vehicles to Kia dealerships for a free inspection and replacement. 

Recalled Kia vehicles:

• 2023 Kia Soul
• 2023 Kia Sportage
• 2023-2024 Kia Seltos