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November 5, 2021 Service bulletin

Pitstop: no start / no DTC with key ignition

Kia technical service bulletin PS713 for 2017-2022 Kia Niro and 2017, 2022 Kia Niro Hybrid.

Bulletin number
PS713
Component
Engine and engine cooling
Summary
PITSTOP: NO START / NO DTC WITH KEY IGNITION - This Pitstop provides information to help troubleshoot a "no start" symptom on some 2017-2022MY Niro LX HEV (DE HEV) vehicles with standard 'key start' ignition. The 'Ready' icon on the instrument cluster will not illuminate 'ON'. The issue happens when the Hybrid Power Control Unit (HPCU) does not unlock the immobilizer when the start signal is sent.

Owners of these vehicles have filed 87 complaints in the engine category.

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