2017-2018 Kia Niro recall: hybrid propulsion system
Kia Motors America reported this safety recall on September 25, 2018. It covers about 27,030 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 27,030
- reported
- Sep 25, 2018
- owners notified
- Nov 23, 2018
- related complaints
- 14
Hybrid propulsion system
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- The increased electrical resistance can overheat the rear seat which is above the PRA, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 18V666000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 14 complaints about fuel system problems.
Questions about recall 18V666000
Is there a recall on the 2017-2018 Kia Niro hybrid propulsion system?
Yes. Recall 18V666000, reported on September 25, 2018, covers about 27,030 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 18V666000?
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.
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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