2017 Kia Niro | 2018 Kia Niro — Hybrid propulsion system
Published November 14, 2022 · Recall initiated: November 11, 2022
Summary
NHTSA records recall 22V836000, published November 14, 2022 and initiated November 11, 2022. Recalling firm: Kia America, Inc.; 2017 Kia Niro | 2018 Kia Niro — Hybrid propulsion system.
What's the hazard
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Kia Niro hybrid electric vehicles previously recalled under recall 18V-666. The Main Relay within the Power Relay Assembly (PRA) may have inadequate connections between its contacts, causing increased electrical resistance, which can overheat the rear seats.
What to do
Dealers will inspect the PRA and replace either the PRA or the Main Relay, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 9, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC256. This recall supersedes NHTSA recall number 18V-666. Vehicles already repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy completed.
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Recall details
- Brand
- KIA
- Model
- NIRO
- Manufacturer
- Kia America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2017 KIA NIRO | 2018 KIA NIRO
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2017 Kia Niro | 2018 Kia Niro — Hybrid propulsion system recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 22V836000 on November 14, 2022. Reported hazard: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Kia Niro hybrid electric vehicles previously recalled under recall 18V-666. The Main Relay within the Power Relay Assembly (PRA) may have inadequate connections between its contacts, causing increased electrical resistance, which can overheat the rear seats.
What should I do if I have this product?
Dealers will inspect the PRA and replace either the PRA or the Main Relay, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 9, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC256. This recall supersedes NHTSA recall number 18V-666. Vehicles already repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy completed.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: KIA. Model: NIRO.