NHTSA Recall 22V899000
Filed by Kia America, Inc.. Component: Electrical System. Reported 2022-12-06. An estimated 872 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
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.
Risk
Coolant contacting the EPCU circuit board may cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
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.
Manufacturer campaign number: SC258
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.