Recall comes after numerous reports by owners of the Kia Tellurides rolling away due to a defect, which may cause severe injuries for vehicle occupants or bystanders
More than 850 incidents have been reported involving roof molding detaching from Kia Sportage, and Carnival vehicles.
Kia and Hyundai thefts were more than seven times higher during the first six months of 2023, compared to similar vehicles from other manufacturers.
Dozens of Hyundai and Kia fires have been linked to faulty components used in millions of vehicles sold since 2010.
Hyundai and Kia fire risks have resulted in a number of recalls in recent years, but latest warning impacts new vehicles from the 2023 and 2024 model years
Owners are being urged to park the recalled Kia and Sportage SUVs outside, due to a tow hitch accessory that can short circuit and catch on fire.
Hyundai and Kia vehicles have been subjected to multiple engine fire risk recalls in recent years.
Kia has received nearly 1,000 warranty claims involving reports of airbags failing to deploy involving the affected vehicles.
Revelations by automobile industry whistleblower led to millions of Hyundai and Kia vehicles being recalled due to engine fire risks.
This is the latest in a series of engine fire recalls which have been linked to both Kia and Hyundai vehicles in recent years
