KIA RECALLS 380,000 U.S. VEHICLES FOR FIRE RISKS
Kia Motors Corp said it will recall nearly 380,000 Sportage and
Cadenza vehicles because an electrical circuit could cause a fire
in the engine compartment. The recall covers vehicles built from
the 2017-2021 model years and dealers will replace some fuses in
the electrical junction box. Kia is advising owners to park outside
and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is
complete.
Source: Reuters
AND NOW... A FOAM SHORTAGE
After the unprecedented winter storm in Texas and other states
last month, automakers and suppliers could be slammed by yet
another devastating parts shortage that could idle seating plants
as early as next week. The blizzard halted the region's
critical petrochemical plants, which could lead to a shortage in
automotive seating foam, industry sources say. The storm that left
millions without heat or power amid subfreezing temperatures has
impacted production of oil
