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Hyundai Recalls Genesis Sedans Over Seat Fire Risk

PUBLISHED Oct 16, 2026, 7:04 PM ET

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Hyundai has announced a recall of ninety‑four thousand six hundred twenty‑two Genesis sedans after a defect in the front power seat motor could overheat and ignite a fire. The recall covers model years nineteen‑five to nineteen‑six Hyundai Genesis and nineteen‑seven to twenty‑zero Genesis G80 vehicles. Owners are advised to park their cars outside and away from other structures until the repair is completed. Hyundai will provide the service free of charge, and dealers will notify owners by mail. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration identified the risk after two fire incidents, though no injuries have been reported in the United States as of the recall announcement. The company estimates that about one percent of the affected vehicles carry the defect, and a remedy is currently in development. Hyundai’s recall notice urges drivers to avoid using the seat adjustment controls until the repair is

By Elena V. | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

2015 — Hyundai begins production of Genesis sedans
2016 — Hyundai continues Genesis sedan production

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