Kia America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #18V257000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V257000 by Kia America, Inc.. Affecting 2017 kia niro vehicles Includes 27,029 affected units, Clutch Actuator Oil Leak may cause Fire, component: HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2017 kia niro vehicles

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 18V257000
Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2018-04-20T00:00:00
Subject: Clutch actuator oil leak may cause fire
Component: Hybrid Propulsion System
Potentially Affected Units: 27,029

Details

MFR Campaign Number: SC163
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: 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.
Consequence Summary: An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 91

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