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2022 Kia Niro Recalls

1 campaign in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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Jul 31, 2023

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What the record says

This model year's count is below the Kia Niro average of 1.2 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Internal › Clutches / Bands › Actuators / Solenoids, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2022 Kia Niro recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 23V534000

Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Internal › Clutches / Bands › Actuators / Solenoids

Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.

Reported Jul 31, 2023

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

A fire increases the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

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. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC276.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Kia Niro model years

Compare campaign histories within the same model. Counts are descriptive, not a safety grade.

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2022 Kia Niro recall questions

How many recalls does the 2022 Kia Niro have?

This verified dataset contains 1 NHTSA campaign associated with the 2022 Kia Niro. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2022 Kia Niro?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology