KIA NIRO 2017: HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V257000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| KIA | NIRO | 2017 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2018-06-15 | 2018-04-20 | 2018-04-26 |
Production Dates: 2016-11-01 - 2017-09-11
Manufacturers Involved: Kia America, Inc.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: SC163
Component: HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 27029
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Kia Motors America "Kia" is recalling certain 2017 Kia Niro vehicles. The Hydraulic Clutch Actuator "HCA" inner oil seal may leak, allowing oil to accumulate in the cap area, possibly resulting in an electrical short.
An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the HCA caps for leaked oil and replace the HCA assembly if needed, or replace the HCA cap with additional sealant. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 15, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC163.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.
