Kia America, Inc. is recalling 462,869 vehicles that could suddenly burst into flames due to the overheating of a power seat motor, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announcement on July 9.
The recall involves certain 2020–2024 Telluride vehicles in which the front power seat motor may overheat due to a stuck power seat slide knob or an improper repair related to a previous recall (24V407), resulting in a fire while the vehicle is parked or in motion.
Kia is recommending owners of possibly affected vehicles park outside and away from structures until the car has been inspected by a dealer and any malfunction repaired. If needed, local dealerships will install an electronic fuse assembly, free of charge….