Hyundai and Kia Recall Over 8,000 Vehicles in Canada Due to Fuel Leak Risk

A Hyundai vehicle logo is seen at an automotive dealership in Ottawa on Aug. 11, 2023. The Canadian Press/Sean Kilpatrick

Hyundai and Kia are recalling more than 8,000 mid-sized sedans in Canada due to a problem found in the purge control system that could cause a fuel leak.

The recall notices issued by Transport Canada say a fuel leak “can create the risk of a fire.”