Recall 23V-534
Kia America, Inc. recalled the 2017 to 2022 Kia Niro and 1 other model: Power train (automatic transmission, internal, clutches/bands, actuators/solenoids).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 23V-534
- Reported
- July 31, 2023
- Vehicles affected
- 121,411 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Niro and 2018-2022 Niro Plug-in Hybrid vehicles. Fluid may leak into the printed circuit board inside the hydraulic clutch actuator, which can result in an engine compartment fire.
The risk
A fire increases the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the hydraulic clutch actuator as necessary and install a new fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 29, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-[removed]. Kia's number for this recall is SC276.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Kia Niro 2017 to 2022
- Kia Niro Phev 2018 to 2022