Kia Niro Hybrid recalls
1 recall campaigns, model years 2017 to 2017. Each lists the fault, the risk, and the fix you are owed.
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Steering:electric Power Assist System
17V159000 · reported 10/03/2017
- The fault
- Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017 Niro vehicles. The affected vehicles may have a damaged Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) connector resulting in a loss of electric power steering assistance.
- What it can cause
- Loss of power steering assist would require higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the MDPS motor, free of charge. The recall began April 3, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC145.
Source: NHTSA recalls API, retrieved 4 August 2026.
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