2018 Kia Niro Phev: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2018 Kia Niro Phev: 1 recall, 13 owner complaints.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #23V534000 · 2023 · 121,411 vehicles
What's wrong: Kia america, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2022 niro and 2018-2022 niro plug-in hybrid vehicles. Fluid May leak into the printed circuit board inside the hydraulic clutch actuator, which can result in an engine compartment fire.
Why it matters: A fire increases the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the hydraulic clutch actuator as necessary and install a new fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 29, 2023.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (6): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (2).
- Engine (4): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Body & structure (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2018 Kia Niro Phev has 13 owner complaints, ranking #2 of 8 Niro Phev model years for complaints (1.5× the average Niro Phev year). Complaints peaked in 2019 (3 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 11,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2019 (26 complaints, 1 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2018 Kia Niro Phev have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2018 Kia Niro Phev. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2018 Kia Niro Phev problems?
Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (6), engine (4), body & structure (2).
Where can I get a 2018 Kia Niro Phev repair manual?
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