2018 Kia Niro Recalls

Component	HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
Manufacturer	Kia America, Inc.
NHTSA Campaign ID	22V836000
Summary	Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Kia Niro hybrid electric vehicles previously recalled under recall 18V-666. The Main Relay within the Power Relay Assembly (PRA) may have inadequate connections between its contacts, causing increased electrical resistance, which can overheat the rear seats.
Consequence	Overheated rear seats increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy	Dealers will inspect the PRA and replace either the PRA or the Main Relay, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 9, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC256. This recall supersedes NHTSA recall number 18V-666. Vehicles already repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy completed.
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.nhtsa.gov.

Component	HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
Manufacturer	Kia Motors America
Mfr Report Date	20161101
NHTSA Campaign ID	18V666000
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	The increased electrical resistance can overheat the rear seat which is above the PRA, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy	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.
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.

Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023

Q: Does the 2018 Kia Niro have any vehicle recalls?
A: Yes, the 2018 Kia Niro has atleast 2 recalls.

Q: What are the 2018 Kia Niro recalls?
A: The 2018 Kia Niro recalls include: HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM, HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM