NHTSA recall 22V-899 (22V899000)
electrical system recall reported December 6, 2022 - about 872 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 22V899000
- Also written as
- 22V-899
- Manufacturer number
- SC258
- Reported
- December 6, 2022
- Vehicles affected
- ~872
- Component
- electrical system
What is being recalled
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2020 Niro EV vehicles. The Electric Power Control Unit (EPCU) may have been improperly sealed and may leak coolant internally.
Why it is dangerous
Coolant contacting the EPCU circuit board may cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Dealers will inspect and replace the EPCU as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 9, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC258.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 22V-899 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
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.