2017 Kia Niro

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2017 Kia Niro
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:55:16.744Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

2017: 75 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2017	75
2018	56
2019	53
2020	35
2021	9
2022	27
2023	39
2024	8
2025	13
2026	1

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ENGINE 36%

36% of complaints: engine — 27 distinct reports on file.

FIRE

POWER TRAIN 21%

21% of complaints: power train — 16 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE

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The contact owned a 2017 Kia Niro. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the temperature gauge began to indicate that the vehicle was overheating. The contact then observed smoke emanating from the engine compartment.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240429

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 20%

20% of complaints: electrical system — 15 distinct reports on file.

FIRE

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LEASED THE 2017 KIA NIRO EX HYBRID CAR, LATE SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2017 AND DROVE HOME 10+ MILES. ODOMETER HAD 15 MILES AT START. LEFT THE CAR IN THE GARAGE FOR TWO DAYS AND ATTEMPTED TO DRIVE IT EARLY WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2017 AT 4AM.

NHTSA ODI report, 20170228

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 11%

11% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 8 distinct reports on file.

STEERING 9%

9% of complaints: steering — 7 distinct reports on file.

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- my car started releasing white smoke - i took it to repair shop, stated it was fixed, white smoke continued -car started overheating -Took it to KIA dealership and was told i was responsible for fuel leaking into engine, was told my car was not...

NHTSA ODI report, 20230907

NHTSA ODI report, 20170228

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20180615 — hybrid propulsion system

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017 Kia Niro vehicles. The Hydraulic Clutch Actuator (HCA) inner oil seal may leak, allowing oil to accumulate in the cap area, possibly resulting in an electrical short.

Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the HCA caps for leaked oil and replace the HCA assembly if needed, or replace the HCA cap with additional sealant. These repairs will be performed free of charge.

Campaign 18V257000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20181123 — hybrid propulsion system

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Kia Niro hybrid electric vehicles. The Main Relay within the Power Relay Assembly (PRA) may have inadequate connections between its contacts, causing increased electrical resistance.

Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the Power Relay Assembly (PRA) for damage. If no damage is found, the main relay will be replaced. If damage is found, the PRA will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge.

Campaign 18V666000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20230109 — hybrid propulsion system

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Kia Niro hybrid electric vehicles previously recalled under recall 18V-666.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the PRA and replace either the PRA or the Main Relay, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 9, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542.

Campaign 22V836000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20231229 — power train

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.

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.

Campaign 23V534000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2017 Kia Niro — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for engine issues (27 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for power train issues (16 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for electrical system issues (15 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 18V257000 (hybrid propulsion system) has been completed.
Verify recall 18V666000 (hybrid propulsion system) has been completed.
Verify recall 22V836000 (hybrid propulsion system) has been completed.
Verify recall 23V534000 (power train) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 2017 Kia Niro reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Kia Niro?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 36% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2017 Kia Niro have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.