KIA Niro (P)HEV cars (model code DE)

The printed circuit board (PCB) in the hydraulic clutch actuator (HCA) may be contaminated with fluid, which can cause an electrical short circuit and result in an engine compartment fire while driving. Potential effects: vehicle fire, risk to occupants’ health and life.

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Risk Level

High

Manufacturer

KIA Polska Sp. z o.o.

Notice Date

04.12.2024

What to do if you have this product?

A recall means the product may be unsafe. Here is what to do if you have it at home.

1

Do not eat or use the product

Stop using or consuming it immediately and keep it out of reach of children.
2

Check the batch number and expiry date

Compare the batch/lot number and the best-before or expiry date with the details in the alert — sometimes only specific batches are affected.
3

Return it to the shop

You can take the product back to the shop where you bought it. For a safety recall a refund is due even without a receipt.
4

Get help and report it

If you feel unwell after using the product, contact a doctor. You can also report the case to the relevant authority — GIS, GIF or UOKiK.

General guidance for recalled products in Poland. Always follow the specific instructions in the official alert and from the manufacturer or retailer.

Important Information

What You Should Know

Recommendations

Vehicle owners should schedule an appointment at an authorized KIA service center (ASO KIA) for inspection of the HCA hydraulic clutch actuator and, if necessary, its replacement, as well as installat...

Actions Taken

KIA Polska Sp. z o.o. has launched a recall campaign covering 3,905 vehicles, notifying owners to visit authorized KIA service centers for inspection of the HCA clutch actuator, its replacement if nec...