NHTSA Probes Hyundai, Kia Over Fire Risks in 6.4 Million Vehicles

Investigation covers 16 recalls since 2016 due to brake fluid leaks that could lead to fires.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating a series of recalls covering 6.4 million Hyundai and Kia vehicles related to brake fluid leaks that may lead to fires.
The audit query will cover 16 individual recalls since 2016 for antilock braking system and Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) issues manufactured by the same parts supplier and fires.
In September, Hyundai and Kia recalled a combined 3.37 million vehicles in the U.S. due to internal brake fluid leaks that can cause electrical shorts in affected models and could lead to fires.
As of September, Hyundai reported 42 recall-related incidents since 2017, while Kia confirmed one engine compartment fire, three localized fires and six localized melting incidents.
Dealers will replace the vehicles’ ABS and HECU fuses.