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HighNHTSA·21V161000·Announced 2021-03-10

2019-2021 Genesis G70 Engine Compartment Fire Risk from ABS Module

Hyundai is recalling 2019-2021 Genesis G70 vehicles because the Anti-Lock Brake System module could short-circuit and cause an engine compartment fire. Owners should park outside until the ABS module fuse is replaced.

NHTSA safety advisory

Park this vehicle outside

NHTSA advises parking it away from buildings and other vehicles until the repair is done — the risk exists even when the vehicle is switched off.

This is the agency’s own advisory, not our assessment. Contact the manufacturer or a dealer, and see the official NHTSA notice for the current guidance.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The source describes a structural vehicle defect (ABS module electrical short circuit that could cause engine compartment fire). No injuries, deaths, or property damage have been reported. Per the rubric, with no reported incidents and a potential hazard, the maximum score is 3 (High).

Plain-English summary

Hyundai Motor America is recalling certain 2019-2021 Genesis G70 vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module in these vehicles could malfunction and cause an electrical short circuit.

The electrical short circuit inside the ABS module could cause an engine compartment fire while the vehicle is parked or driving. This is a fire hazard that poses a risk to vehicle occupants and property.

The recall affects Genesis G70 vehicles from model years 2019, 2020, and 2021. A total of 552 vehicles are potentially affected by this issue.

Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS module fuse free of charge. Owners should park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the repair is complete. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 6, 2021. Owners can contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 for more information.

The recalled product

Product
GENESIS G70
Brand
GENESIS
Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
Category
Vehicle — Braking System
Hazard
Affected units
552

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • G70

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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