Component
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST
Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
What Happened
The power seat motors in your Genesis are controlled by a switch that can get stuck, causing them to overheat. This can lead to a fire while your vehicle is parked or being driven.
Risk if Unfixed
If the switch gets stuck and overheats, a fire could break out in your vehicle, putting you and others at risk of serious injury.
Free Fix
For now, you should park your Genesis outside, away from other vehicles and structures, until the repair is done. We'll contact you with a specific repair date and instructions when the remedy is ready — it will be done at no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
Hyundai Motor America (Genesis) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Hyundai Genesis, and 2017-2020 Genesis G80 vehicles. The front power seat motors may overheat due to a stuck power seat control switch, which can result in a fire while parked or driving.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A fire increases the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Owners are advised to park their vehicles outdoors and away from other vehicles or structures until the repair has been performed. The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 7, 2026. Owners of Hyundai vehicles may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Genesis owners may contact Genesis customer service at 844-340-9741. Hyundai recall number for this recall is 308 and Genesis' recall number is 035G. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 13, 2026.
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