KIA AND FORD ISSUE MAJOR RECALLS DUE TO FIRE RISKS IN TELLURIDE AND MANUAL MUSTANGS

Author: Mansoor Ali

Publishing Date : 08/06/2024

Author: Mansoor Ali

Publishing Date : 08/06/2024

Kia Recall

Kia is recalling 462,869 Telluride SUVs from 2020-2024 models due to a potential fire risk from the front power-seat electric motor.

Author: Mansoor Ali

Publishing Date : 08/06/2024

Park Outside Warning

Kia advises owners to park their Tellurides outside and away from other vehicles or structures until the recall repair is completed.

Author: Mansoor Ali

Publishing Date : 08/06/2024

Seat Motor Issue

The problem arises from the power seat control switch, which may become stuck and cause the motor to overheat.

Author: Mansoor Ali

Publishing Date : 08/06/2024

No Injuries Reported

There have been seven incidents related to the issue, including one under-seat fire, but no injuries, crashes, or fatalities.

Author: Mansoor Ali

Publishing Date : 08/06/2024

Dealer Repairs

Kia dealerships will reinforce the power seats and replace the seat slide knob and switch backing with new parts at no cost to owners.

Author: Mansoor Ali

Publishing Date : 08/06/2024

Owner Notifications

Kia will notify dealers on July 25, with owner notification letters following the subsequent week.

Author: Mansoor Ali

Publishing Date : 08/06/2024

Ford Recall

Ford is recalling 8,161 manual-equipped 2024 Mustangs due to a fire risk from the clutch pressure line melting and leaking brake fluid.

Author: Mansoor Ali

Publishing Date : 08/06/2024

Manual Transmission Models

The recall affects only Mustangs with manual transmissions due to potential contact between the clutch pressure line and hot exhaust components.

Author: Mansoor Ali

Publishing Date : 08/06/2024

Remedy Available

Ford will inspect and repair or replace the affected clutch pressure lines free of charge. One-third of the recalled vehicles have not yet been sold.

Author: Mansoor Ali

Publishing Date : 08/06/2024

Notification Timeline

Ford will begin mailing owner notification letters on June 17, but owners can check the NHTSA recalls website using their VIN numbers.