Kia main Relay within the Power Relay Assembly (PRA) may have inadequate connections between its contacts, causing increased electrical resistance, which can overheat the rear seats.
The short version
Kia America, Inc. reported a problem with the hybrid propulsion system. Here is what owners need to know.
The Main Relay within the Power Relay Assembly (PRA) may have inadequate connections between its contacts, causing increased electrical resistance, which can overheat the rear seats.
Overheated rear seats increase the risk of a fire.
Take it to a dealer — they will inspect the PRA and replace either the PRA or the Main Relay, as necessary, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 22V-836.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2017–2018 | Kia Niro |
What changed
Newest first. The record shows both when the recall began and what has changed since.
- Recall reported to NHTSA. LATEST
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