The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has opened an investigation into potentially defective Hyundai and Kia vehicles after reviewing more than 3,000 reports of fires that started without a crash - and in some cases, with the engine reported to be turned off entirely.
If you were injured in a Hyundai or Kia engine fire, our attorneys want to help. These insurance companies and automotive manufacturers have large law firms working on their behalf, and so should you. Contact us immediately at (877) 562-0000 or fill out the free online consultation form on this page.
Models Affected by Hyundai and Kia Fire
A total of 2,985,010 cars in the U.S. are potentially affected and at risk of engine fires, according to NHTSA agency filings. The Hyundai and Kia models under investigation include:
- 2010-2015 Kia Soul
- 2011-2014 Kia Optima, Optima hybrid, and Sorento
- 2011-2014 Hyundai Sonata, Sonata hybrid, and Santa Fe
- 2013-2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport
More than 3,125 complaints of fires were reported by vehicle owners, including at least 103 injuries and one death. The NHTSA is also looking at fires originating in other parts of the vehicles, including the wiring harnesses and tail lights.
A Law Firm with Defective Product Injury Experience
When you or someone you know is injured, only the best personal injury lawyers will do. You need an experienced legal team with the dedication, knowledge, and resources needed to build a strong case against the world’s largest automotive giants such as Hyundai, Kia or Nissan North America.
At Cory Watson Attorneys, we have more than 38 years of experience representing clients across the country who have been seriously injured by defective products. From our offices in Birmingham and Nashville, we handle claims across Alabama and Tennessee, as well as across the nation.
Cory Watson has multiple attorneys dedicated specifically to car-accident related injury cases. We will take on the complex process of filing a personal injury claim for you, while you focus on recovery. We work on a contingency basis, meaning you pay nothing out of pocket unless we win your case!
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Hyundai and Kia will have to answer why they haven’t recalled nearly three million cars with potentially defective engines that may catch fire. You shouldn’t have to pay for a manufacturer’s negligence.
The Hyundai and Kia fire lawyers at Cory Watson are ready to fight for you! We’ve helped thousands of clients across the nation stand up for what’s right, and we aren’t afraid to take on automotive giants.
If you were injured in a Hyundai or Kia engine fire, you may qualify for compensation. Call Cory Watson Attorneys immediately at (877) 562-0000 or fill out the FREE online consultation form on this page.
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