Kia hydraulic Clutch Actuator (HCA) inner oil seal may leak, allowing oil to accumulate in the cap area, possibly resulting in an electrical short.
The short version
Kia Motors America reported a problem with the hybrid propulsion system. Here is what owners need to know.
The Hydraulic Clutch Actuator (HCA) inner oil seal may leak, allowing oil to accumulate in the cap area, possibly resulting in an electrical short.
An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the HCA caps for leaked oil and replace the HCA assembly if needed, or replace the HCA cap with additional sealant, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 18V-257.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2017 | Kia Niro |
What changed
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