The Brief
Certain model 2024-2025 Hyundai Santa Fe cars because of an electrical short circuit that may cause a fire.
Owners of the recalled vehicles will receive a notice letter and can get the issue repaired for free.
Hyundai is recalling 135,386 vehicles that could short circuit during a crash.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) explained in a recall report that the B+ positive terminal cover on the starter motor in the recalled cars might not be installed correctly, and this can result in an electrical short during a crash, which may boost the risk of damage or fire.
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Hyundai estimates roughly 1% of eligible vehicles are impacted by improperly installed covers, the NHTSA re