2019-2021 Hyundai Tucson, Kia Stinger: Recall Alert

Vehicles Affected: Approximately 180,000 model-year 2019-21 Hyundai Tucson SUVs, as well as some 9,400 model-year 2019 Kia Stinger hatchbacks equipped with 3.3-liter T-GDI engines

The Problem: An engine compartment fire may occur in the area where the hydraulic electronic control unit for the antilock brakes is located, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.

The Fix: Hyundai dealers will replace the Tucsons’ hydraulic ECU for free. The remedy for Stingers is still under development.

What Owners Should Do: Hyundai will begin notifying owners Oct. 30; Kia will begin notifying owners Oct. 26. Owners can call Hyundai at 855-371-9460, Kia at 800-333-4542, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s vehicle-safety hotline at 888-327-4236 or visit its website to check their vehicle identification number and learn more.

Need to Find a Dealer for Service? Go to Cars.com Service & Repair to find your local dealer. To check for other recalls, and to schedule a free recall repair at your local dealership, click here: Hyundai Tucson; Kia Stinger

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