2017 Kia Niro Hybrid recalls
Reported Mar 10, 2017 · 135 vehicles affected · Kia Motors America
Problem: 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.
Risk: Loss of power steering assist would require higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash.
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.
2017 Kia Niro Hybrid problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Unknown or Other | 4 | |
| Service Brakes | 3 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | |
| Structure | 3 | |
| Power Train | 3 | |
| Engine | 3 | |
| Steering | 1 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | |
| Seats | 1 | |
| Hybrid Propulsion System | 1 | |
Most reported parts
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 1,900 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2017 Kia Niro Hybrid complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Hybrid Propulsion System · at 39,000 miles · reported Jun 28, 2021
The contact owns a 2017 Kia Niro. The contact stated while driving at 70 mph, an abnormal sound was heard, and the vehicle lost forwards momentum. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact coasted the vehicle to the shoulder of the road. As the contact exited the vehicle, an abnormal odor appeared under the hood. There were no flames present. The contact stated that oil was seen leaking underneath the vehicle. The contact had the vehicle towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed however, the mechanic was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure…
Engine · at 57,000 miles · reported Dec 15, 2020
The contact owns a 2017 kia niro hybrid. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check hybrid system message was displayed. After stopping and turning off the vehicle, the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was then towed to the local dealer rk kia of vineland located at 612 n. Delsea dr building 1, vineland, nj 08360 who diagnosed that the engine failed due to a lack of oil in the engine. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but, no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 57,000. The VIN was not available.
Unknown or Other · at 44,427 miles · reported Jul 2, 2019
My 2017 kia niro hybrid seems to not be storing codes when the check engine light comes on. I have had 3 separate problems with by niro in 3 weeks with no check engine light, with the HEV hybrid fuse and with a check engine light and no power and yet by the time it was towed to the shop it reset itself but didn't store any codes from the check engine light.. The technicians could not recreate the problems and had no were to start from. I'm now driving it and just waiting for something to go wrong with it
Engine · at 1 miles · reported May 18, 2019
The car misfires due to the EGR valve and the engineer's of the car can't come up with a fix for the misfire problem the car has no power when this happens and is unsafe
Unknown or Other · reported Mar 26, 2019
My 2017 kia niro caught on fire yesterday afternoon as I was driving down the interstate. No collusion was involved. I got a warning message to stop the engine due to a problem being detected in the hybrid system. I pulled off of the interstate during rush hour traffic and noticed black smoke coming from underneath my hood. I thought that something had just happened to the engine. I stayed in the car and called a tow truck as I did not want to stand on the shoulder of this busy highway. A man then jumps out of his truck and starts running toward me yelling at me to get out of the car that it…
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2017 Kia Niro Hybrid have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2017 Kia Niro Hybrid: 17V-159 (steering). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2017 Kia Niro Hybrid?
Owners report unknown or other problems most often (4 reports), followed by service brakes (3). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 1,900 miles.
Are Kia recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Kia dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.