Hyundai Genesis Engine fire recall

Hyundai Genesis Engine fire recall

On March 10, 2021 the National Highway Traffic and Safety

Click on the image to download a PDF copy of the NHTSA recall 21V-160 for Hyundai Genesis engine fire

Administration issued a recall No. 21V-160 related to engine fires on some 2015-16 Hyundai Genesis and 2017-20 Genesis G80 vehicles produced from February 21, 2014 through January 17, 2020.

Cause of Hyundai Genesis engine fires

An internal malfunction in the anti-lock brake (ABS) module can cause an electrical short, potentially resulting in an engine compartment fire.

Symptoms of a Hyundai ABS malfunction

Smoke
Burning/melting Odor
Check engine light or battery light

What Hyundai will do about the Hyundai engine fire issue

Until such time as replacement modules are available, Hyundai will install a lower rated fuse that will interrupt the power to the ABS module to prevent it from overheating and starting a fire. Then, Hyundai will replace the ABS module with an updated design.

Can you drive your Hyundai Genesis in the meantime?

Yes, but don’t park it inside a building in case it starts on fire.

©, 2021 Rick Muscoplat