Another Hyundai recall has been issued by Transport Canada, this time over a potential fire risk related to a brake fluid leak.
According to the recall notice, a short circuit can be caused when brake fluid leaks into certain vehicles’ brake electronic control unit, also known as the antilock braking system (ABS).
This can cause two problems, notes the agency.
Most concerning, a short circuit may occur, creating a fire risk. Additionally, the ABS warning light may turn on due to the brake fluid in the brake’s electronic control unit.
Model year 2013, 2014 and 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport vehicles may be affected by the problem and are the subject of the recall, according to the recall notice.
ABC News reported that 203,000 vehicles are affected by this Hyundai recall.
ABC reports that certain Kia vehicles may be affected by the recall, as well, including model year 2013 to 2015 Optima midsize sedans and model year 2014 and 2015 Sorento SUVs. This brings the total number of vehicles affected by the fire risk recall to nearly 600,000.
Driving.ca reports that 15 engine fires have been connected with the brake fluid leaking into the antilock braking system. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported.
According to ABC News, Hyundai received its first complaint about engine fires related to the brake fluid in April 2018. The fire reportedly occurred in a 2014 Sante Fe.
In Canada, approximately 52,000 vehicles are reportedly affected by the Hyundai recall.
Transport Canada says the car company will notify affected owners.
Owners affected by the Hyundai recall should visit their dealer for an inspection of the brake electronic control unit and potential replacement. In the meantime, Hyundai owners should park outside, away from structures and other vehicles, the agency warns. However, the carmaker has reportedly stated that the vehicles do not need to be parked outside.
ABC News further reports that Hyundai will begin recalling its vehicles Oct. 23. The recall will include an inspection for leaks and replacement if necessary. These actions will be taken at no cost to the vehicle’s owner.
Consumers with questions about the Hyundai recall over the potential fire risk can call 1-88-216-2626. Hyundai owners can also check online to see if their vehicle is affected by this recall.
This is not the first recall to affect Hyundai vehicles this year. In May, an airbag recall was issued over concerns about loose bolts. Transport Canada warned that the loose bolts could cause the airbag to detach from the steering wheel, presenting a hazard in the event of a crash.
Additionally, in February, Hyundai reportedly issued a separate recall for over 400,000 small cars over a similar issue.
ABC News reports that the problem leading to that Hyundai recall is unrelated to the brake fluid leaking into the antilock brake system and affected 2006 to 2011 Elantra and Elantra Touring vehicles.
According to ABC News, the Hyundai recall due to the reported engine fires has drawn the attention of the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Reportedly, the agency will investigate both the Kia and Hyundai vehicles affected by the recalls. Together, Kia and Hyundai have reportedly received complaints related to over 3,000 engine fires.
For its part, Hyundai has reportedly stated it “acts swiftly to recall any vehicles with safety related defects.” The carmaker also claims to monitor safety concerns.
According to the NHTSA, 6 million Kias and Hyundais have been affected by engine fires and other failures in the past five years.
A statement made by Hyundai regarding this most recent recall over fire risk says if the ABS warning light on the dashboard turns on, the 12-volt battery should be disconnected. This can be done by removing the positive cable, notes the statement.
Additionally, the vehicle should not be driven and the owner should contact a dealer as soon as possible.
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My 2015 Kia Soul engine caught fire on Nov 30, 2020 while I was driving in the fast lane on HWY 11 just south of Bradford. My vehicle is a write off and the dealership will not take responsibility. I had my vehicle in the dealership due to the check engine light being on and the vehicle making a loud noise at 9:30 am that same morning. They claimed my Baby Blue was ok to drive and would not stop if the light came back on. They were right on that count, it did not stop, it just went up in flames.