2017 KIA NIRO
2017 KIA NIRO Recall Title: HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
2017 KIA NIRO Recall Date: 2018-04-20
2017 KIA NIRO NHTSA Recall Campaign Number: 18V257000
2017 KIA NIRO Recall Manufacturer: Kia Motors America
2017 KIA NIRO Recall Component(s): HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
2017 KIA NIRO Recall - Potential Number of Units Affected: 27029
2017 KIA NIRO Recall Overview: 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.
Just What Is a Car Recall? Car Safety Recall Definition - A safety recall is an automotive manufacturer's way of notifying vehicle customers that their product has a flaw. The automobile problem is serious enough that if you do not correct the flaw your and/or your passengers' safety could be at risk. Generally recalls are initiated by the US Government, but sometimes individual car manufacturers will pre-emptively initiate a recall.
Where Do I Find My VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)? Look on the lower left of your car’s windshield for your 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Your VIN is also located on your car’s registration card, and it may be shown on your insurance card.
Auto Tip - How Do I Find Out If My Vehicle Has A Recall? ==> An easy way to determine if you have an active car recall is to just enter your VIN number at the top of this page and CarFax will report if there are any issues at all with your vehicle. The CarFax Report image looks like this:
2017 KIA NIRO Recall 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.