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Kia recall: Over 120,000 Niro, Niro EV cars recalled for risk of engine compartment fire
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Kia America Inc. is recalling certain Niro and Niro Plug-in hybrid vehicles after it was found that a fluid leak may result in an engine compartment fire.
Over 120,000 vehicles are affected by the recall: 2017-2022 Kia Niro and 2018-2022 Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrids. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, fluid may leak into the printed circuit board inside the hydraulic clutch actuator, which can result in an engine compartment fire.
Owners of the affected vehicles will receive a notification letter, which is expected to be mailed Sept. 29. Kia dealers will inspect and replace the hydraulic clutch actuator as necessary and install a new fuse, free of charge.
What's under recall:Check out USA TODAY's recall database
‘Park outside and away from structures'Hyundai, Kia recall 91,000 vehicles for fire risk
You can reach Kia's customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's recall number is SC276.
You can also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or through the agency's website.
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