2020 KIA Niro EV: Electrical System recall
NHTSA campaign 22V899000 · 872 units potentially affected · filed Dec 6, 2022
What's wrong
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2020 Niro EV vehicles. The Electric Power Control Unit (EPCU) may have been improperly sealed and may leak coolant internally.
Why it matters
Coolant contacting the EPCU circuit board may cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the EPCU as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 9, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC258.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 22V899000
- Manufacturer no.
- SC258
- Manufacturer
- KIA America, Inc.
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:THERMAL MANAGEMENT:FLUID/COOLANT
- Units affected
- 872
- Report received
- Dec 6, 2022
- Owner letters
- Mar 9, 2023
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- KIA Niro EV 2020