Hyundai Motor America is recalling approximately 65,517 Genesis vehicles because the front seat belt pretensioners can explode during a crash. This recall affects 2020-2023 Genesis GV80, 2021-2023 Genesis G80, 2022-2023 Genesis GV70, and 2023 Genesis GV60 vehicles. Dealers will secure the pretensioners with a protective cap to prevent this hazard, even if the vehicle was previously repaired under an earlier recall (21V-796).
In the event of a collision, the seat belt pretensioner may explode upon deployment, launching sharp metal fragments into the cabin. These fragments can strike the driver or passengers, causing serious physical injury.
Dealers will secure the seat belt pretensioners with a cap free of charge.
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: NHTSA Notice · Raw API Response