CarRecallWatch- Component
- HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Problem
- 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.
- 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
The main relay inside the power relay assembly may have poor connections between its contacts. This can increase electrical resistance and overheat the rear seat area above the assembly, creating a risk of fire.
Dealers will inspect the power relay assembly for damage. If no damage is found, the main relay will be replaced. If damage is found, the entire power relay assembly will be replaced. All repairs are free of charge at an authorized Kia dealer. You can check whether your vehicle is affected by entering your VIN for open recalls, or contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542 (Kia recall number SC168).
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Kia Niro | 20172018 |
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