Quick News About Hyundai 2nd Generation Santa Fe Gen 2 Problems

More than 1,300 Hyundai vehicles have burst into flames, now the government wants to know why. It’s about time.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) was petitioned to look into these non-collision fires last June. The fires are responsible for 26 injuries in Hyundai vehicles and over 100 if you include Kia. The investigation will focus on the Theta II engine, but the NHTSA plans on looking into tail lights and other potential combustion sources as well.

Multiple State Attorneys are looking to turn up the heat on Hyundai and Kia.

An increasing number of cars are going up in spontaneous flames and I’m glad to see somebody’s willing to step up and investigate. We’re still waiting on a decision from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The investigation will focus on the Theta II engine and the automaker’s handling of prior recalls.

What are the odds that your car will set itself on fire without ever being involved in a collision?

Much higher than you’d think, especially if you’re one of these 3 million Hyundai and Kia owners.

The Center for Auto Safety (CAS) has put together a list of vehicles that they say should be taken off the road until a pending government investigation ends with a comprehensive recall.

CAS says Kia and Hyundai have done nothing but provide empty statements about working directly with vehicle owners who report fires. In addition, both automakers seem to be waiting for NHTSA to conclude its investigation to determine if additional actions should be taken.…

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