Hyundai Recalled Around 0.4m Vehicles From US & Canada
Hyundai spokesman Michael Stewart said in a statement, "Nothing is more important than the safety and security of Hyundai customers”
South Korean automotive manufacturer, Hyundai, has recalled more than 390,000 vehicles in the United States (US) and Canada for possibly two problems that can erupt engine fires.
Hyundai spokesman Michael Stewart said in a statement, “Nothing is more important than the safety and security of Hyundai customers”.
“Hyundai actively monitors and evaluates potential safety concerns with all of our vehicles. When a safety-related defect is identified, we act swiftly and efficiently to recall the vehicle and fix the problem at no cost to affected customers”, he added.
The two recalls focus on two major defects including brake fluid leakage and piston oil rings.
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In one recall, the owners are asked to park their cars outdoors until repairs are done that is for brake fluid leakage.
Meanwhile, the largest recall covers more than 203,000 Santa Fe Sport SUVs from 2013 through 2015 whereas, some are being recalled a second time.
The Santa Fe Sport recall is due to an issue with the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) “that could leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short over time,” told Hyundai in a statement.
On the other hand, Elantra, Kona, and Veloster vehicles are recalled so Hyundai can repair the issue with piston oil rings.
These engines “may have been assembled using piston oil rings that were produced with inconsistent nitride heat treating by the supplier,” said Hyundai.
“The issue could lead to engine failure”.
The vehicle owners have to bring their cars to the nearest Hyundai dealership where the engine will be inspected and replaced if necessary.
However, the company assured that no cost would be charged for the repair.
The owners will be notified through letters and later they can track the repair through vehicle identification number (VIN).
According to U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), engine failure and fire problems with Hyundais and Kias have affected more than 6 million vehicles since 2015.
