Chung Sung-Eun, the co-CEO of South Korea’s Kia Motors has resigned to take responsibility for the mass vehicle recalls the carmaker is facing. Chung, also a vice chairman of the Hyundai-Kia Automotive Group, will see his duties be assumed by co-CEO and president Seo Yeoung-jong and co-president Lee Hyeong-geun.
Kia had to issue a global recall of 85,900 vehicles over the past week. The cause of the recall is defective electrical wiring that can potentially cause fires, and the four models involved are the Soul, Sorento and Borrego SUVs, and the Cadenza sedan.
In China, Dongfeng Yueda Kia Motor Co, a Kia JV company, separately recalled 18,147 Sorento, Borrego and Soul models, while in the USA, 35,000 vehicles are involved. All of the US market cars involved rolled out from South Korea except for the Sorento R. In its domestic market, 18,000 vehicles will have to be brought in for rectification.
No accidents or injuries related to the defective wiring have been reported so far.
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AI-generated Summary ✨
The comments reflect strong admiration for Kia's responsible action in stepping down their CEO due to recalls, portraying it as a sign of integrity and accountability. Many contrast this with Malaysian car companies like Proton, criticizing their lack of similar accountability and highlighting issues like quality problems and fire incidents. The discussion also touches on the broader automotive industry, including recalls from Toyota and Honda, with some commenters emphasizing the importance of proper recalls and responsibility. There is praise for Korean manufacturers’ progress and ethics, while some bash Japanese cars or Malaysian local companies for their perceived flaws. Overall, the comments favor transparent accountability and commend Kia's move, viewing it as a positive example for the industry. Sentiments are predominantly respectful and supportive of Kia’s responsible behavior.