2017 Kia Niro Hybrid: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2017 Kia Niro Hybrid: 1 recall, 19 owner complaints.
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Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Steering Vehicle recall #17V159000 · 2017 · 135 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles May have a damaged motor driven power steering (mdps) connector resulting in a loss of electric power steering assistance.
Why it matters: 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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Other / unknown (4): the most common themes are warning light on (2), noise or vibration (2), electrical failure (2).
- Brakes (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Speed control / throttle (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Body & structure (3): the most common themes are door / lock issues (3).
Complaints peaked in 2017 (7 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 1 year old, at a median of 1,820 miles.
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FAQ
Does the 2017 Kia Niro Hybrid have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2017 Kia Niro Hybrid. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2017 Kia Niro Hybrid problems?
Owners have filed 19 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are other / unknown (4), brakes (3), speed control / throttle (3).
Where can I get a 2017 Kia Niro Hybrid repair manual?
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