Kia issues urgent recall for 463,000 vehicles that could burst into flames and warns owners to park them outsi
What specific models and years of Kia Telluride SUVs are included in the latest recall for potential seat fire hazards?
The latest recall for potential seat fire hazards includes Kia Telluride SUVs from model years 2020 to 2024. In total, 462,869 vehicles are affected by this recall. The issue revolves around the front power seat motor, which may overheat due to a stuck slide knob, posing a fire hazard both when the vehicle is parked and in motion2.
When will Kia begin notifying owners of potentially affected Telluride vehicles about the recall?
Kia will begin notifying owners of potentially affected Telluride vehicles about the recall by mail starting July 30. The recall covers 462,869 model year 2020-2024 Tellurides that were manufactured between Jan3. 9, 2019 and May 29, 2024. To fix the issue, dealers will install a bracket for the power seat switch back covers and replace the seat slide knobs at no cost2. Until the vehicles are repaired, owners are being instructed to park their cars outside and away from buildings.
What symptoms should Kia Telluride owners look for to determine if their vehicle might be at risk of catching fire?
Kia Telluride owners should look for the following symptoms to determine if their vehicle might be at risk of catching fire:
- Passengers cannot adjust their seat
- A burning smell under a seat
- Visible smoke
If any of these symptoms are present, it may indicate a problem with the front power seat motor, which is susceptible to overheating due to a stuck power seat slide knob. This issue may potentially ignite a flame. Owners whose vehicles are at risk will be notified by mail, and dealers will install a bracket for the power seat switch back covers and replace the seat slide knobs for no additional cost.