These Hyundai and Kia SUVs are being recalled for possible fires

Parking in a garage may be convenient, but more owners 280,000 recalls Hyundai and Kia SUVs The manufacturer says it’s better to keep the car outside for the time being. Or’Because certain models have a defect that can cause the vehicle to catch fire. Here’s what you need to know about recalls.

Why are Hyundai and Kia cars recalled?

according to Press release from the U.S. Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), faulty wiring in the trailer hitch of an SUV Behind the problem More specifically, moisture and debris can get inside and cause a short circuit, which can cause the vehicle to catch fire when it is in motion, parked, or completely turned off.The Aylor Hitch is sold as an SUV accessory at dealers.

The NHTSA press release on the recall states, “There are no known fires, crashes, or injuries related to this condition in the United States.” Associated Pressreports that a South Korean automaker is aware of 25 fire or melt incidents caused by electrical shorts in the United States and Canada.

Currently, Hyundai and Kia dealerships have stopped selling the recalled SUVs.

Which Hyundai and Kia vehicles are affected by the recall?

The majority of recalled vehicles (245,030 units) Hyundai Palisade SUV model years 2020, 2021 and 2022.The rest (36,417) is kia telluride Vehicles model years 2020, 2021 and 2022.

If you own one of these vehicles, you can check if it is covered by the recall by visiting: NHTSA website Enter your 17-digit vehicle identification number. Additionally, both manufacturers will contact owners of recalled vehicles by mid-October.

What to do if you own a recalled vehicle

Due to the fire hazard, both manufacturers recommend that owners of recalled SUVs park their vehicles outdoors, away from homes and other structures, until their vehicles are repaired.

We are currently developing a repair for the problematic trailer hitch. In the meantime, Hyundai Palisade owners will bring their SUVs to their dealerships to remove faulty fuses if necessary. There are no interim repairs for Telluride, so owners should stay still (and park outside) until instructed by Kia.