Kia America announced a massive recall of 463,000 of its Telluride SUVs in the United States for the model year 2020-2024, asking the owners to keep them "parked outside" and away from buildings because the front seats can catch fire, The Associated Press reported.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued a notice stating that the front power seat motor may overheat due to a stuck power seat slide knob. The issue can cause the vehicle to catch fire.&nbsp;

NHTSA noted that the recall affects certain vehicles manufactured from January 9, 2019&nbsp;through May 29, 2024.&nbsp;

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The manufacturer has advised drivers to park the vehicle outside and away from structures until the recall repairs are completed.&nbsp;

NHTSA, in a published document, said that the dealers would fix a bracket for the power seat switch back covers, as well as repair the seat sliding knobs for free.&nbsp;

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<h2>Kia's compact electric sports utility vehicle&nbsp;</h2>

Kia Corp launched on May 23 the company's first compact electric sports utility vehicle built on its dedicated EV platform. The company believed it could win over buyers through competitive pricing even as momentum in the global EV market stalls.&nbsp;

The EV3 is one of more than 31 electric models that Hyundai Motor Group - which includes Hyundai Motor Co, Kia Corp and premium brand Genesis - plans to introduce in the period through to 2030. Kia said in April that it aims to sell about 1.6 million EV units in 2030.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

Kia America announced a massive recall of 463,000 of its Telluride SUVs in the United States for the model year 2020-2024, asking the owners to keep them "parked outside" and away from buildings because the front seats can catch fire, The Associated Press reported.

Kia America announced a massive recall of 463,000 of its Telluride SUVs in the United States for the model year 2020-2024, asking the owners to keep them "parked outside" and away from buildings because the front seats can catch fire, The Associated Press reported. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued a notice stating that the front power seat motor may overheat due to a stuck power seat slide knob. The issue can cause the vehicle to catch fire. NHTSA noted that the recall affects certain vehicles manufactured from January 9, 2019 through May 29, 2024. Also read: Tesla to spend up to $4 Billion on Nvidia hardware amid AI expansion The manufacturer has advised drivers to park the vehicle outside and away from structures until the recall repairs are completed. NHTSA, in a published document, said that the dealers would fix a bracket for the power seat switch back covers, as well as repair the seat sliding knobs for free. Also read: Japan launches on-site investigation at Toyota headquarters over certification irregularities Kia's compact electric sports utility vehicle Kia Corp launched on May 23 the company's first compact electric sports utility vehicle built on its dedicated EV platform. The company believed it could win over buyers through competitive pricing even as momentum in the global EV market stalls. The EV3 is one of more than 31 electric models that Hyundai Motor Group - which includes Hyundai Motor Co, Kia Corp and premium brand Genesis - plans to introduce in the period through to 2030. Kia said in April that it aims to sell about 1.6 million EV units in 2030. (With inputs from agencies)

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The United States auto safety agency has stepped up its probe into engine fires that have plagued some Hyundai Motors and Kia Motors vehicles for more than six years.

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South Korean automaker Kia Motors has decided to name its mid-sized SUV, which will be launched in India, the Seltos. The name is inspired by Greek mythology and the legend of 'Celtos' - the son of Hercules.

The company said that it has replaced C with S as the car exhibits speed, sportiness and strength.

"Seltos is all set to redefine the mid-SUV car segment with its eye-catching looks, exclusive segment first features and athletic design. We have spent a lot of time in perfecting our car to suit the taste of the Indian customers and I am glad that this originally India intended car is so perfect that it compelled us to make Seltos available globally. The car looks absolutely stunning and very closely matches the SP concept we showcased at the 2018 Auto Expo. I am confident that Kia Seltos would be an outright favourite when it hits the roads in the next few months," said Manohar Bhat, Head, Marketing and Sales, Kia Motors India.

Kia Seltos is all set to have its world premier in India on June 20 and will be launched in the second half of 2019. It will be made for the world at the company's facility in Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh.

The Seltos exterior will have distinctive details such as long hood, a strong character line on the front bumper and sharp lines pressed into the bodywork. The cabin, meanwhile, will be characterised by broad, sweeping lines and sophisticated detailing.

The Seltos will come equipped with a range of connected technologies to maximise convenience, comfort and ease of use.

Kia Motors signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Andhra Pradesh government in April, 2017, to build a new manufacturing facility in Anantapur district. The manufacturing facility is expected to begin production in the second half of 2019 and produce approximately 300,000 units per year.

South Korean automaker Kia Motors has decided to name its mid-sized SUV, which will be launched in India, the Seltos. The name is inspired by Greek mythology and the legend of 'Celtos' - the son of Hercules.

South Korean automaker Kia Motors has decided to name its mid-sized SUV, which will be launched in India, the Seltos. The name is inspired by Greek mythology and the legend of 'Celtos' - the son of Hercules. The company said that it has replaced C with S as the car exhibits speed, sportiness and strength. "Seltos is all set to redefine the mid-SUV car segment with its eye-catching looks, exclusive segment first features and athletic design. We have spent a lot of time in perfecting our car to suit the taste of the Indian customers and I am glad that this originally India intended car is so perfect that it compelled us to make Seltos available globally. The car looks absolutely stunning and very closely matches the SP concept we showcased at the 2018 Auto Expo. I am confident that Kia Seltos would be an outright favourite when it hits the roads in the next few months," said Manohar Bhat, Head, Marketing and Sales, Kia Motors India. Kia Seltos is all set to have its world premier in India on June 20 and will be launched in the second half of 2019. It will be made for the world at the company's facility in Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh. The Seltos exterior will have distinctive details such as long hood, a strong character line on the front bumper and sharp lines pressed into the bodywork. The cabin, meanwhile, will be characterised by broad, sweeping lines and sophisticated detailing. The Seltos will come equipped with a range of connected technologies to maximise convenience, comfort and ease of use. Kia Motors signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Andhra Pradesh government in April, 2017, to build a new manufacturing facility in Anantapur district. The manufacturing facility is expected to begin production in the second half of 2019 and produce approximately 300,000 units per year.

Kia Motors's first mid-SUV will be called Seltos, world premier on June 20

Hyundai&nbsp;and affiliate Kia&nbsp;said on Friday that they will recall 240,000 vehicles in South Korea after the government issued a compulsory recall order over safety defects, first flagged by a whistleblower.

This is the first time ever that the transport ministry has ordered a compulsory recall of Hyundai and Kia vehicles. It is a blow to Hyundai, which is already reeling from a record-low market share in its home market.

The ministry also asked prosecutors in Seoul to investigate whether or not the automakers allegedly covered up the five flaws, which affect 12 models, including the Elantra, Sonata, Santa Fe and Genesis.

The planned recalls will add to the 1.5 million vehicles that Hyundai and Kia last month offered to fix in South Korea and the United States over possible engine stalling - a defect which was also flagged by 26-year-old Hyundai engineer Kim Gwang-ho who last year had reported vehicle defects to the safety regulators in the two countries.

The ministry later asked the automakers to recall the vehicles over eight of the 32 problems reported by Kim. But Hyundai and Kia earlier rejected calls for a voluntary recall related to five defects, saying the defects did not compromise driving safety.

On Friday, Hyundai and Kia said in a joint statement they &quot;accept the administrative order&quot;, adding: &quot;There have been no reported injuries or accidents from the cited issues.&quot;

Shares of Hyundai Motor were down 2.2 per cent in a wider market that was down 0.5 per cent as of 0430 GMT. Kia Motors declined 1 per cent.

(Reuters)

First time ever that the transport ministry has ordered a compulsory recall of Hyundai and Kia vehicles.

Hyundai and affiliate Kia said on Friday that they will recall 240,000 vehicles in South Korea after the government issued a compulsory recall order over safety defects, first flagged by a whistleblower. This is the first time ever that the transport ministry has ordered a compulsory recall of Hyundai and Kia vehicles. It is a blow to Hyundai, which is already reeling from a record-low market share in its home market. The ministry also asked prosecutors in Seoul to investigate whether or not the automakers allegedly covered up the five flaws, which affect 12 models, including the Elantra, Sonata, Santa Fe and Genesis. The planned recalls will add to the 1.5 million vehicles that Hyundai and Kia last month offered to fix in South Korea and the United States over possible engine stalling - a defect which was also flagged by 26-year-old Hyundai engineer Kim Gwang-ho who last year had reported vehicle defects to the safety regulators in the two countries. The ministry later asked the automakers to recall the vehicles over eight of the 32 problems reported by Kim. But Hyundai and Kia earlier rejected calls for a voluntary recall related to five defects, saying the defects did not compromise driving safety. On Friday, Hyundai and Kia said in a joint statement they "accept the administrative order", adding: "There have been no reported injuries or accidents from the cited issues." Shares of Hyundai Motor were down 2.2 per cent in a wider market that was down 0.5 per cent as of 0430 GMT. Kia Motors declined 1 per cent. (Reuters)

Hyundai, Kia ordered to recall vehicles after whistleblower report

South Korean carmaker Kia Motors signed a deal on Thursday to invest about $1.1 billion to build its first factory in India, aiming to tap a fast growing market at a time when its China sales are sagging.

The Hyundai Motor affiliate posted a 19 per cent slump in first-quarter net profit as anti-Korean sentiment and a conflict with dealers hit its China sales, sending its shares down 2.2 per cent in a flat market.

Production at the factory in Anantapur district, Andhra Pradesh state, would begin in the second half of 2019, the company said.

Kia is expected to leverage Hyundai&#39;s supply chain network built around its factories in the neighbouring state of Tamil Nadu to gain a foothold in the Indian market, tipped to become the world&#39;s third-largest by 2020. Hyundai is India&#39;s second-largest automaker by sales. 
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The plant, which will have production capacity of 300,000 vehicles a year, will produce a compact sedan and a sport utility vehicle tailored for the Indian market, Kia said in a statement. 
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It will break ground in the fourth quarter of this year. 
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&quot;Our new India plant will enable us to sell cars in the world&#39;s fifth-largest market, while providing greater flexibility for our global business,&quot; Kia Motors President Park Han-woo said in a statement. 
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Reuters reported in February that Kia was close to finalising Andhra Pradesh as the site for its first Indian factory. 
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The announcement came after Kia and Hyundai Motor suffered a March sales slump in China, their biggest market, and sharply cut production in the wake of Seoul`s decision to deploy a US anti-missile system, which angered China. 
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&quot;The fall in consumer sentiment in China is stemming from a political issue, a situation which is beyond the control of an individual firm and is difficult to be resolved within the short term,&quot; Han Chun-soo, Kia&#39;s chief financial officer, said during an earnings conference call.

Kia would adjust its China production to reduce inventories, cut costs and launch new models including a small crossover to minimise the impact of the political row, he said.&nbsp;

Kia also said its first-quarter profit was hurt by a cost of 160 billion won ($141.53 million) to recall vehicles over an engine issue in North America and South Korea.

(Reuters)

The Hyundai Motor affiliate posted a 19 per cent slump in first-quarter net profit as anti-Korean sentiment and a conflict with dealers hit its China sales, sending its shares down 2.2 per cent in a flat market

South Korean carmaker Kia Motors signed a deal on Thursday to invest about $1.1 billion to build its first factory in India, aiming to tap a fast growing market at a time when its China sales are sagging. The Hyundai Motor affiliate posted a 19 per cent slump in first-quarter net profit as anti-Korean sentiment and a conflict with dealers hit its China sales, sending its shares down 2.2 per cent in a flat market. Production at the factory in Anantapur district, Andhra Pradesh state, would begin in the second half of 2019, the company said. Kia is expected to leverage Hyundai's supply chain network built around its factories in the neighbouring state of Tamil Nadu to gain a foothold in the Indian market, tipped to become the world's third-largest by 2020. Hyundai is India's second-largest automaker by sales. The plant, which will have production capacity of 300,000 vehicles a year, will produce a compact sedan and a sport utility vehicle tailored for the Indian market, Kia said in a statement. It will break ground in the fourth quarter of this year. "Our new India plant will enable us to sell cars in the world's fifth-largest market, while providing greater flexibility for our global business," Kia Motors President Park Han-woo said in a statement. Reuters reported in February that Kia was close to finalising Andhra Pradesh as the site for its first Indian factory. The announcement came after Kia and Hyundai Motor suffered a March sales slump in China, their biggest market, and sharply cut production in the wake of Seoul`s decision to deploy a US anti-missile system, which angered China. "The fall in consumer sentiment in China is stemming from a political issue, a situation which is beyond the control of an individual firm and is difficult to be resolved within the short term," Han Chun-soo, Kia's chief financial officer, said during an earnings conference call. Kia would adjust its China production to reduce inventories, cut costs and launch new models including a small crossover to minimise the impact of the political row, he said. Kia also said its first-quarter profit was hurt by a cost of 160 billion won ($141.53 million) to recall vehicles over an engine issue in North America and South Korea. (Reuters)

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