2017–2022 Kia Niro Phev, Niro recall: Power train: automatic transmission, internal, clutches/bands, actuators/solenoids
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 23V534000
- Reported
- July 31, 2023
- Manufacturer
- Kia America, Inc.
- Part
- Power train: automatic transmission, internal, clutches/bands, actuators/solenoids
- Vehicles affected
- About 121,411
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.
Safety 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 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC276.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
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.nhtsa.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Kia Niro (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022); Kia Niro Phev (2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
A fire increases the risk of injury.
What is 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 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC276.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.