The recall is just the latest in a long and large series of other fire-related recalls of Hyundai and Kia vehicles in the past few years for a number of reasons. This recall, affecting several different models, stems from an issue with the electronics in a transmission oil pump, a part of the vehicles’ “Idle Stop and Go” system. The system shuts the engine down whenever the vehicle comes to a stop, then starts again when the driver lifts their foot off the brake.
Kia is recalling an additional nearly 40,000 vehicles in the US. These include 2023 Kia Soul and Sportage vehicles and 2023 and 2024 Kia Seltos models. The companies will begin notifying owners about the recall beginning in late September. Owners will be advised to take their vehicles to a dealership to have the oil pump replaced, if necessary, at no charge.