repaired · 2018 Q3
Steering: electric power assist system
Risk. Loss of power steering assist would require higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash.
2017 Kia Niro HybridProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 19 owner complaints about the 2017 Kia Niro Hybrid, most often about the engine. It is covered by 1 safety recall, and for recall 17V-159 the manufacturer reports only 87% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through June 28, 2021. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2017 Kia Niro Hybrid has problems
19 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
3Engine
3Power train
3Service brakes
3Structure
3Vehicle speed control
1Exterior lighting
1Fuel/propulsion system
1Hybrid propulsion system
1Steering
11 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3 | 0 |
| Power train | 3 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 3 | 0 |
| Structure | 3 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 3 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
| Hybrid propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 |
| 1 other systems | 1 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
1 recall
2017 Kia Niro Hybrid recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Kia.
Best & worst years
2017 vs. every other Niro Hybrid year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Niro Hybrid median. How we score
'17
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2017 Kia Niro Hybrid safety ratings
2017 Kia Niro Hybrid SUV FWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Optional
- Lane departure warning: Optional
In owners' words
What Niro Hybrid owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2017 Kia Niro. The contact stated while driving at 70 mph, an abnormal sound was heard, and the vehicle lost forwards momentum. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact coasted the vehicle to the shoulder of the road. As the contact exited the vehicle, an abnormal odor…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 KIA NIRO HYBRID. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNDISCLOSED SPEED, THE CHECK HYBRID SYSTEM MESSAGE WAS DISPLAYED. AFTER STOPPING AND TURNING OFF THE VEHICLE, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TOWED TO THE LOCAL DEALER RK KIA OF VINELAND…
THE CAR MISFIRES DUE TO THE EGR VALVE AND THE ENGINEER'S OF THE CAR CAN'T COME UP WITH A FIX FOR THE MISFIRE PROBLEM THE CAR HAS NO POWER WHEN THIS HAPPENS AND IS UNSAFE
Own a 2017 Niro Hybrid?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.