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.
Kia America – Loss of Electric Power Steering Assist
| Report Received Date | 03/10/2017 |
| NHTSA ID | 17V159000 |
| Consequence Summary | Loss of power steering assist would require higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | 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. |
| Recall Code | SC145 |
| Potentially Affected | 135 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=17V159000) |
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