Hyundai is recalling 94,622 sedans after a damaged power-seat switch was found capable of keeping the adjustment motor running, potentially causing it to overheat and start a fire. Until a repair is available and completed, owners are being told to park affected vehicles outdoors and away from buildings.

The recall covers 54,644 2015–2016 Hyundai Genesis sedans and 39,978 2017–2020 Genesis G80s. The affected vehicles are equipped with non-memory front power seats, and both driver- and passenger-side switch assemblies may be involved.

How the seat switch can create a fire risk

According to the recall information, an external impact can displace or misalign components inside the forward/backward and height-adjustment switch. If the switch remains engaged, it can continuously supply power to the seat motor.

A driver may notice the motor running, but the problem could be harder to detect when the seat is already positioned at the end of its adjustment range. Hyundai says prolonged operation can overheat the motor and increase the risk of fire while the vehicle is being driven or parked.

The source does not identify how much force is needed to damage the switch. Potential warning signs include a burning smell from the seat or seat controls that no longer operate. While an inoperative switch might otherwise seem like a minor inconvenience, it could indicate the condition involved in the recall.

Repair is still being developed

Hyundai is developing a remedy for the affected vehicles. Once available, the repair will be performed at no cost, regardless of whether a vehicle remains under warranty.

Owners can check their vehicle identification number through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s recall lookup tool using campaign 26V664. Until the repair has been completed, affected owners should follow the parking guidance and arrange an inspection if they notice the listed symptoms.