2020 Kia Niro Review

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If a recall shows up, just call your local car dealer. They'll know about the recall and will work with the car maker to fix it for free (if the recall happened within 10 years of the car being first sold).

Power train:automatic transmission:internal:clutches/bands:actuators/soleno

Recall Number: 

23V534000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

SC276

Number of vehicles affected: 

121411

Defect Description: 

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.

Defect Consequence: 

A fire increases the risk of injury.

Corrective Action: 

Dealers will inspect and replace the hydraulic clutch actuator as necessary and install a new fuse, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 29, 2023. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC276.