Hyundai Recalls Nearly 95,000 Vehicles Over Front Seat Motor Fire Risk

Hyundai is recalling 94,622 vehicles because powered front seat motors may overheat and create a fire hazard, according to a recall report filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

“The front seat slider and height adjustment control switch on non-memory power seats in the affected vehicles can become dislodged or damaged when exposed to external force,” NHTSA stated in the report. “This may cause the switch to remain engaged, allowing the seat adjustment motor to run continuously—even after the driver or passenger has exited the vehicle.”

The agency warned that extended motor operation could lead to overheating, raising the risk of a fire whether the vehicle is being driven or parked. NHTSA said warning signs include a burning smell and seat control switches that stop working.

The front of a model year 2017 Genesis G80. (Hyundai Motor Co./Genesis)

The recall covers 39,978 model year 2017–2020 Genesis G80 sedans and 54,644 model year 2015–2016 Hyundai Genesis sedans.

Hyundai estimates that approximately 1% of the recalled vehicles are affected by the defect.

A repair solution is currently under development, according to the report.

The interior of a model year 2017 Genesis G80 sedan. (Hyundai Motor Co./Genesis)

NHTSA advises owners of affected vehicles to park outside and away from other vehicles or structures until the repair is completed.

Vehicle owners will receive notification by mail and may take their car to a Hyundai dealer or Genesis retailer for service.

The repair will be provided at no cost.

Hyundai said it is aware of two alleged fire incidents linked to the defect. As of October 1, the company reported no crashes or injuries related to the issue in the United States.

FOX Business has contacted Hyundai for comment.

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