KIA 2017 KIA NIRO HYBRID Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2017 KIA NIRO HYBRID
Brand
KIA
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2017
Kia Motors America is recalling certain 2017 KIA NIRO HYBRID vehicles due to steering:electric power assist system issues. Loss of power steering assist would require higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
Loss of power steering assist would require higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026