Hyundai to recall 421,000 vehicles in US over fire risk
South Korean automaker Hyundai has announced a recall of nearly 421,000 vehicles sold in the U.S. market, according to Zamin.uz.
The decision was made due to a serious technical fault identified in the vehicles’ software system. Specialists warn that this malfunction could cause the braking system to activate unexpectedly—without driver input or road obstacles.
This poses a direct threat to road safety. The issue is linked to the forward collision-avoidance assist system installed in the affected models.
Due to incorrect operation of the software in the front cameras included in this system, the vehicle may receive false signals even when driving under normal conditions with no traffic or hazards present. As a result, the brakes may engage abruptly, causing the vehicle to stop suddenly.
Such unexpected stops significantly increase the risk of rear-end collisions with following vehicles. The recall campaign primarily affects several popular models produced between 2022 and 2024.
These include the Hyundai Santa Cruz pickup, as well as standard, hybrid, and electric variants of the Hyundai Tucson crossover. The manufacturer urges owners of these vehicles to take precautionary measures seriously and address the issue promptly.
According to company representatives, Hyundai dealerships will perform all necessary actions to fix the identified problem. The vehicle software will be updated free of charge by specialists.
Owners of affected vehicles are advised to visit official service centers and undergo technical inspection as scheduled. Such measures help prevent unpleasant incidents on the road and maintain consumer trust.
