2017 Kia Niro recall: hybrid propulsion system
Kia Motors America reported this safety recall on April 20, 2018. It covers about 27,029 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 27,029
- reported
- Apr 20, 2018
- owners notified
- Jun 15, 2018
- related complaints
- 12
Hybrid propulsion system
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 18V257000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 12 complaints about fuel system problems.
Questions about recall 18V257000
Is there a recall on the 2017 Kia Niro hybrid propulsion system?
Yes. Recall 18V257000, reported on April 20, 2018, covers about 27,029 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 18V257000?
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.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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