URGENT RECALL: Popular Cars in Michigan Could Catch Fire

Not that Michigan motorists additional road hazards on top of construction zones every 20 feet, potholes that could double as a meteor crater, and left lane hogs that travel slightly slower than the speed of smell, now there's something else to look out for: FLAMING CARS!

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No this isn't another installment of the Fast and Furious franchise, it is an urgent recall issued by two car manufacturers that warn, that if conditions are right, your car could suddenly burst into flames.

 National Highway Traffic  Safety Administration Recalls Hyundai and Kia Models

The National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA) is concerned enough that they have issued recalls for over 3.3 million vehicles, stemming from a specific manufacturing defect that could lead to the engine compartment combusting.

Here are the make, model, and year of all the cars involved:

Kia Models Recalled by the NHTSA

• 2014-2016 Cadenza
• 2011-2013 Forte/Forte Koup
• 2015-2017 K900
• 2010-2015 Optima
• 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid
• 2011-2017 Rio
• 2010 Rondo
• 2011-2014 Sorento
• 2011-2013 Soul
• 2010-2013 Sportage

Hyundai Models Under Scrutiny

• 2012-2015 Accent
• 2012-2015 Azera
• 2011-2015 Elantra
• 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe
• 2014-2015 Equus
• 2011-2015 Genesis Coupe
• 2013-2015 Santa Fe
• 2013 Santa Fe Sport
• 2011-2015 Sonata HEV
• 2010-2013 Tucson
• 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell
• 2012-2015 Veloster
• 2010-2012 Veracruz

The NHTSA has concerns about a potential fire risk in these vehicles, stemming from a specific manufacturing defect that could lead to the engine compartment combusting. This is bad. If you own one of these vehicles DO NOT PARK INSIDE ANY STRUCTURE.

Until you can take your recalled vehicle in to have the issue resolved, it is recommended you take the following precautions:

• Park Outside: Until the issue is resolved, park your affected Kia or Hyundai model outside, away from structures. (I'd also like to recommend not parking it next to anyone else)
• Stay Informed: Regularly check for updates on recalls and safety alerts to stay in the know.(here's a link)
• Spread Awareness: Share this critical information with fellow Michigan drivers to ensure a collective commitment to safety

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Now you know. If you own one of these makes and models get on the phone (numbers below) and get an appointment set to have the fire hazard issue resolved. There should be no cost for the repairs.

• Hyundai Owners Call 1-855-371-9460
  • Recall # 251.
• Kia Owners Call 1-800-333-4542
  • Recall # SC284

You can also enter your vehicle ID on the product recall page of the NHSTAs website.