CarRecallWatch- Component
- HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Problem
- 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.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
A seal in the hybrid system's hydraulic clutch actuator may leak. Leaked oil can collect in the cap area and possibly cause an electrical short, which increases the risk of a fire.
If you own this vehicle, dealers will inspect the actuator caps for leaked oil. If oil is found, the actuator assembly will be replaced, or the cap will be replaced and additional sealant applied. The repair is free of charge at an authorized Kia dealer. Kia will notify owners directly, but you can also check your VIN for open recalls and contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542, referencing recall SC163.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Kia Niro | 2017 |
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