KNOWN FAULT · Kia

HCA unit on the Ceed and XCeed plug-in hybrids: short-circuit risk

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Engine / equipment: Kia Ceed and XCeed 1.6 GDi plug-in hybrid (also the first-generation Niro plug-in)
Period mentioned: 2019–2023
Symptoms: Usually no warning beforehand; in the worst case a short circuit with fire risk in the hybrid system’s HCA unit.
Possible cause described: Kia recalled the Ceed and XCeed plug-ins from 2019 to 2023 in Germany (and Niro plug-ins from 2015 to 2022): the HCA unit is checked, replaced if needed and a fuse of a different rating is fitted. The work takes about 2.5 hours and is free.
Check for the garage: Check by VIN at the dealer that the campaign has been done.
Cost cited in the source: Free under the recall.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.

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How much does it cost to repair this fault?

Free under the recall.

A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.

How is it checked?

Check by VIN at the dealer that the campaign has been done.

What are the symptoms?

Usually no warning beforehand; in the worst case a short circuit with fire risk in the hybrid system’s HCA unit.

Which cars and years does it affect?

Brands: Kia
Engine / equipment: Kia Ceed and XCeed 1.6 GDi plug-in hybrid (also the first-generation Niro plug-in)
Period mentioned: 2019–2023

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