NHTSA recall 22V-836 (22V836000)
hybrid propulsion system recall reported November 11, 2022 - about 27,030 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 22V836000
- Also written as
- 22V-836
- Manufacturer number
- SC256
- Reported
- November 11, 2022
- Vehicles affected
- ~27,030
- Component
- hybrid propulsion system
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
Overheated rear seats increase the risk of a fire.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 22V-836 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.