18,000 Hyundai i30s recalled for fuel pump issue
Fuel pump issues force Korean carmaker to call back almost 20,000 examples of popular small carThe News??
Hyundai Australia has recalled almost 20,000 examples of its popular i30 small car, over a fuel pump issue that could cause affected vehicles to suddenly stall while driving.
The Key Details?
- Total of 18,634 cars recalled
- Only affects i30s built between 2020-2021
- Fuel pump issue may cause engine to stall while driving
The Finer Details?
Hyundai Australia has issued a nationwide recall notice for the popular i30 small car, specifically those built between 2020-2021.
The issue revolves around a faulty fuel pump in 18,634 examples of its best-selling passenger model – Hyundai says a manufacturing defect could cause the fuel pump impeller to become deformed and interrupt the fuel supply.
“If this occurs, the engine could stall resulting in a sudden loss of motive power” the brand said in the recall notice.
The Road Ahead?
Hyundai will contact affected owners in writing, with a request to schedule an appointment as soon as possible to have the fuel pump impeller inspected and replaced where required, free of charge.
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