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NHTSARecalled Feb 13, 2024 · #24V107000

Water Damage to Starter Solenoid May Cause Fire

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect, Fire risk when parked

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Description

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Genesis, 2017-2019 Genesis G80, Genesis G90, and 2019 Genesis G70 vehicles. Water may enter the starter solenoid and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving. An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

Product details

Product
  • Water Damage to Starter Solenoid May Cause Fire
  • 2019 Genesis G70
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install a remedy relay kit in the engine junction box, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 254(H) and 018G(G).

View the official CPSC notice