Persistent Fire Risk Leads Kia To Recall 2017-2018 Niro Hybrid Once Again | Carscoops carscoops
Kia is once again recalling the 2017-2018 Niro Hybrid for a fire risk related to the power relay assembly that was supposed to have been fixed by a recall campaign started in 2018. Despite having been inspected for the issue, a number of vehicles may still have their original, malfunctioning part.that were built between November 1, 2016, and September 11, 2017. These may be fitted with a power relay assembly whose main relay contacts are inadequately connected to each other.
, both had the old, defective main relays installed, which is what led to the damage. In all, a total of five instances of fire damage have been identified and no fatalities, injuries, or crashes have been associated with the issue. That means, however, that a potential fire risk still exists on a number of vehicles out in the real world. If your vehicle throws up an HEV warning light while driving or is unable to start, it may be as a result of this problem.
In order to fix the issue, Kia will start getting in touch with owners on January 9, 2023, and will ask them to return their vehicle to the dealership. Once again, the power relay assembly will be inspected for signs of damage. If no burns are found, the main relay will be replaced. If damage is found, the entire unit will be replaced.
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