Over 600,000 Kia and Hyundai vehicles in Canada and over 3 million more in the U.S. are being recalled due to a fire risk.
The models affected include:
- 2012-2015 Hyundai Accent
- 2011-2015 Hyundai Elantra
- 2014-2015 Hyundai Equus
- 2011-2015 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
- 2013-2015 Hyundai Santa Fe
- 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport
- 2010-2013 Hyundai Tucson
- 2010-2012 Hyundai Veracruz
- 2010-2011 Kia Borrego
- 2014-2016 Kia Cadenza
- 2010-2013 Kia Forte
- 2010-2013 Kia Forte Koup
- 2015 Kia K900
- 2010-2015 Kia Optima
- 2012-2017 Kia Rio
- 2010-2017 Kia Rondo
- 2011-2014 Kia Sorento
- 2011-2013 Kia Soul
- 2010 Kia Sportage
The issue is an anti-lock brake system that can cause a fire in the engine from an electrical short, even when parked and turned off.
Owners can continue to drive the cars but are urged to park outdoors and away from buildings until the issue can be fixed.
If your car has been affected, you will receive notification by mid-November.
