KIA NIRO 2018: HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V666000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| KIA | NIRO | 2018 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2018-11-23 | 2018-09-25 | 2018-10-01 |
Production Dates: 2016-11-01 - 2017-09-11
Manufacturers Involved: Kia America, Inc.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: SC168
Component: HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 27030
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Kia Motors America "Kia" is recalling certain 2017-2018 Kia Niro hybrid electric vehicles. The Main Relay within the Power Relay Assembly "PRA" may have inadequate connections between its contacts, causing increased electrical resistance.
The increased electrical resistance can overheat the rear seat which is above the PRA, increasing the risk of a fire.
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the Power Relay Assembly "PRA" for damage. If no damage is found, the main relay will be replaced. If damage is found, the PRA will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began November 23, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC168.
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.
