Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis vehicles have been recalled for ABS/HCU (Hydraulic Control Unit) defects. Internal electrical shorts in ABS/ESC modules can cause thermal events and fires, even when vehicles are parked. Remedies include park‑outside advisories, module replacement, and fuse redesign. Class actions and recalls have been filed to address these risks.
Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis vehicles across multiple models and years have been recalled for ABS/HCU module fire risks. Internal electrical shorts can cause fires even when parked. Remedies include park‑outside advisories, module replacement, and fuse redesign. Class actions and recalls provide extended coverage and legal remedies.
| Year(s) | Make | Model | Should Purchase? | Notes | |
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| 2015 2016 2017 | Hyundai | Sonata | Caution |
Engine: Theta II 2.4L GDI – G4KJ Transmission: 6AT – A6MF2 ABS/HCU module fire risk due to internal electrical short Covered by NHTSA recall and class action filings |
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| 2013 2014 2015 | Hyundai | Santa Fe | Caution |
Engine: Lambda II 3.3L GDI – G6DH Transmission: 6AT – A6LF2 ABS/ESC module thermal events; park‑outside advisory issued Covered by recall campaigns |
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| 2014 2015 2016 | Kia | Optima | Caution |
Engine: Theta II 2.4L GDI – G4KJ Transmission: 6AT – A6MF2 ABS/HCU fire risk; multiple recalls and fuse redesign remedy Settlement and recall coverage noted |
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| 2015 2016 2017 | Kia | Sorento | Caution |
Engine: Lambda II 3.3L GDI – G6DH Transmission: 6AT – A6LF2 ABS module overheating risk; park‑outside advisory Covered by NHTSA recall campaigns |
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| 2016 2017 | Kia | Sportage | Caution |
Engine: Nu 2.0L GDI – G4NA Transmission: 6AT – A6MF2 ABS/HCU module fire risk; recall remedy includes fuse redesign Covered by recall campaigns |
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| 2017 2018 | Genesis | G80 | Caution |
Engine: Lambda II 3.8L GDI – G6DJ Transmission: 8AT – A8LF1 ABS/HCU module fire risk; park‑outside advisory issued Covered by recall campaigns and class action filings |