Kia America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #18V666000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V666000 by Kia America, Inc.. Affecting 2017-2018 kia niro hybrid electric vehicles Includes 27,030 affected units, Electrical Resistance at Main Relay May Cause Fire, component: HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2017-2018 kia niro hybrid electric vehicles

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 18V666000
Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2018-09-25T00:00:00
Subject: Electrical resistance at main relay may cause fire
Component: Hybrid Propulsion System
Potentially Affected Units: 27,030

Details

MFR Campaign Number: SC168
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: 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.
Consequence Summary: The increased electrical resistance can overheat the rear seat which is above the pra, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 87.64

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NHTSA ID: 18V666000
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