A spate of Hyundai Kona automatic sliding door injuries has led to a wave of class-action lawsuits in the US. According to IT Home, the recall involves 51,568 units of the 2022 and 2023 Hyundai Kona models delivered in the US. Hyundai Motor has confirmed receiving 9 reports of injuries related to the malfunctioning door sensor, including finger fractures and arm fractures.
The case comes as a separate thread on a social media platform, which encouraged people to share their experiences with the faulty feature, has sparked a national conversation about the safety of modern vehicles. The hashtag #HyundaiKona has been trending on social media, with many users sharing their stories of near-misses and accidents involving the automatic sliding doors.
Meanwhile, Hyundai Motor has issued a statement assuring customers that the company is taking the situation seriously and is cooperating with regulatory agencies to investigate the issue. The automaker has also offered to provide free repairs and compensation to affected customers.
As the recall and lawsuit saga continues to unfold, many are left wondering how this could have happened and what measures can be taken to prevent such incidents in the future.