NHTSA Complaint #11624286 — 2017 KIA NIRO

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11624286
Vehicle	2017 KIA NIRO
Component	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Date of Incident	November 4, 2024
Date Filed	November 8, 2024
Mileage	87,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	AL

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2017 Kia Niro. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check hybrid system warning light illuminated, and the hybrid system seized. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed with power relay assembly failure. The contact was informed that the power relay assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be repaired. The contact referenced Technical Service Bulletin: SC256 as a possible fix for the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 87,000.

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