Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:SOLENOID
Manufacturer
Hyundai Motor America
What Happened
The starter solenoid in your vehicle is a component that helps start the engine. In certain models, water can get inside and cause a short circuit.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, you could have an engine compartment fire while parked or driving, which could lead to serious injury.
Free Fix
Your Hyundai dealer will install a protective relay kit in the engine junction box to prevent water from causing a short circuit, and this repair is completely free. You should park your vehicle outside and away from buildings until the repair is done.
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Original — What Happened
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Genesis, 2017-2019 Genesis G80, Genesis G90, and 2019 Genesis G70 vehicles. Water may enter the starter solenoid and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install a remedy relay kit in the engine junction box, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's numbers for this recall are 254(H) and 018G(G).
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