NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V159
Manufacturer Kia
Motors America
Components STEERING
Potential Number of Units Affected 135
Loss of Electric Power Steering Assist
Loss of power steering assist would require higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash.
Summary
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.
Remedy
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the MDPS motor, free of charge.
The recall is expected to begin April 7, 2017.
Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542.
Kia’s number for this recall is SC145.
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.safercar.gov.
Check if your Kia has a Recall
Last update on 2026-06-19 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API
No products found.
No products found.
This product presentation was made with AAWP plugin.