Kia Niro recalls

20 official safety recalls for the Kia Niro from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

  1. Rearview camera image may not display

    Reported June 20, 2025Model years 2020–2022NHTSA campaign 25V42600011,327 vehicles affected

    Damage to the rearview camera circuit board may prevent the image from displaying, reducing the driver's view behind the vehicle and increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the camera free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
    Defect
    Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Niro EV vehicles. The circuit board for the rearview camera may become damaged and cause the rearview camera image not to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
    Consequence
    A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 7, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC342.

  2. Hydraulic clutch actuator circuit board may short

    Reported March 2, 2025Model years 2015–2022DVSA recall R/2025/05951,667 vehicles affected

    Fluid may contaminate the hydraulic clutch actuator circuit board and cause an electrical short, which in extreme cases could lead to an engine compartment fire while driving. The vehicle will be checked for related fault codes. Depending on the result, the actuator, connector and reduced-amperage fuse will be replaced, or only the fuse will be fitted.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Kia Niro HCA Fuse Replacement
    Defect
    The printed circuit board (PCB) in the Hydraulic Clutch Actuator (HCA) may become contaminated with fluid. A fluid contaminated PCB may lead to an electrical short circuit which in extreme cases may potentially result in a fire in the engine compartment while driving.
    Remedy
    Check vehicle for Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) if HCA related codes are found replace the HCA the connector and reduced amperage fuse. If no related DTC are recorded fit reduced amperage fuse only.

  3. Floor wiring may cause airbag or seat belt failures

    Reported January 17, 2025Model years 2023–2025NHTSA campaign 25V02400080,255 vehicles affected

    Wiring beneath the front passenger seat may become damaged, preventing front airbags or seat belts from deploying properly or causing an unintended side curtain airbag deployment. This can increase injury risk. Dealers will inspect, replace and reroute the wiring as needed, and install covers, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
    Defect
    Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Niro EV, Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV), and Hybrid vehicles. The floor wiring assembly beneath the front passenger seat may become damaged, which can prevent the front air bags and seat belts from deploying properly or cause an unintended side curtain air bag deployment.
    Consequence
    Air bags and seat belts that deploy improperly or an air bag deploying unintentionally can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will inspect, replace and reroute the floor wiring assembly, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, dealers will install wiring covers. Owner notification letters were mailed February 27, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC332.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.

  4. Gear drive unit may cause loss of power or lock up

    Reported August 30, 2024Model years 2022–2023DVSA recall R/2024/2766 vehicles affected

    Improper assembly torque may cause grinding noise, loss of motive power or the differential to lock up. The gear drive unit will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Kia EV9 and Niro SG2 Gear Drive Unit Recall
    Defect
    On affected vehicles due to Improper torque applied to the Gear Drive Unit during assembly by the differential gear supplier they may exhibit a grinding noise while driving which can result in a loss of motive power and/or cause the differential to lock up.
    Remedy
    On the affected vehicles the Gear Drive Unit will be replaced.

  5. High voltage battery safety plug may overheat

    Reported May 21, 2024Model years 2022NHTSA campaign 24V3580002,209 vehicles affected

    The high voltage battery safety plug may overheat and melt, causing a loss of drive power or fire. Owners are advised not to charge the vehicle in a garage or other covered structure until repaired. Dealers will replace the plug free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:SHOCK PROTECTION
    Defect
    Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 Niro EV vehicles. The high voltage battery safety plug may overheat and melt, which can cause a loss of drive power or fire.
    Consequence
    A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash, and a fire increases the risk of injury.
    Remedy
    Owners are advised not to charge their vehicle in a garage or any other covered structure until the recall repair is completed. Dealers will replace the safety plug, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 19, 2024. Kia's number for this recall is SC314.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  6. Differential gear bolts may be loose

    Reported April 16, 2024Model years 2023NHTSA campaign 24V2710008 vehicles affected

    Differential gear bolts may not be tightened properly, causing loss of drive power or a locked differential and increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the gear drive unit free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
    Defect
    Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Niro EV and 2024 EV9 vehicles. The differential gear bolts in the gear drive unit may not be tightened properly, which can result in a loss of drive power or cause the differential to lock up.
    Consequence
    A loss of drive power or differential lock up can increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will replace the gear drive unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 17, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC308.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  7. Driveshaft may break and cause loss of drive

    Reported April 11, 2024Model years 2023DVSA recall R/2024/163819 vehicles affected

    An improperly treated driveshaft may break under load, causing loss of drive. The driveshaft will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Kia EV6 and Niro SG2 Driveshaft Recall
    Defect
    On affected vehicles an improperly treated driveshaft may break under load resulting in the loss of drive
    Remedy
    On affected vehicles the driveshaft will be replaced

  8. Drive shaft may break under load

    Reported January 31, 2024Model years 2023–2024NHTSA campaign 24V0570001,243 vehicles affected

    A drive shaft may break under load because it was improperly heat-treated, causing a loss of drive power and increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the drive shaft free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
    Defect
    Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Niro EV and 2023 EV6 vehicles. One of the drive shafts may have been improperly heat-treated, allowing it to break under load and resulting in a loss of drive power.
    Consequence
    A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will replace the drive shaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC295.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  9. Clutch actuator fluid leak may cause fire

    Reported July 31, 2023Model years 2017–2022NHTSA campaign 23V534000121,411 vehicles affected

    Fluid may leak into the hydraulic clutch actuator's circuit board and cause an engine compartment fire, increasing injury risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the actuator as needed and install a new fuse, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:CLUTCHES/BANDS:ACTUATORS/SOLENOIDS
    Defect
    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.
    Consequence
    A fire increases the risk of injury.
    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.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  10. Instrument cluster may fail to boot

    Reported July 21, 2023Model years 2022–2023DVSA recall R/2023/21113,992 vehicles affected

    A combination of instrument cluster software and electrical noise during starting may cause the cluster to boot incorrectly. The digital instrument cluster software will be upgraded.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    A combination of the instrument cluster software and electrical noise while the vehicle is starting may result in cluster booting errors
    Defect
    A combination of the instrument cluster software and electrical noise while the vehicle is starting may result in cluster booting errors.
    Remedy
    The software of the digital instrument cluster of your vehicle must be upgraded.

  11. Coolant leak in EPCU could cause power loss

    Reported May 5, 2023Model years 2020DVSA recall R/2023/1212,264 vehicles affected

    A coolant leak in the Electric Power Control Unit could cause loss of power while driving. The EPCU will be inspected and replaced if a leak is found.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    A potential coolant leak in the Electric Power Control Unit (EPCU) could cause a loss of power whilst driving.
    Defect
    A potential coolant leak in the Electric Power Control Unit (EPCU) could cause a loss of power whilst driving.�
    Remedy
    Inspect the EPCU and if a coolant leak is detected replace the unit.�

  12. Instrument cluster may go blank

    Reported April 26, 2023Model years 2023NHTSA campaign 23V298000108,936 vehicles affected

    The instrument cluster may fail to display information when the vehicle starts, hiding tire pressure, warnings and warning lights and increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the cluster software, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
    Defect
    Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Sportage, Sportage Hybrid, Sportage Plug-in Hybrid, Niro Hybrid, Niro Plug-in Hybrid, Soul, and Telluride vehicles equipped with a digital instrument cluster containing a 4.2" LCD screen.  The instrument cluster may fail to display any information when the vehicle is started.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 101, "Control and Displays," and 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."
    Consequence
    A blank instrument cluster display will not show critical information, such as tire pressure, warning messages, and warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 26, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC270.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  13. Coolant may leak inside power control unit

    Reported December 6, 2022Model years 2020NHTSA campaign 22V899000872 vehicles affected

    The electric power control unit may be improperly sealed and leak coolant internally. Coolant on its circuit board may cause loss of drive power and increase crash risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the unit as needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:THERMAL MANAGEMENT:FLUID/COOLANT
    Defect
    Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2020 Niro EV vehicles. The Electric Power Control Unit (EPCU) may have been improperly sealed and may leak coolant internally.
    Consequence
    Coolant contacting the EPCU circuit board may cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will inspect and replace the EPCU as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 9, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC258.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  14. Relay connections may overheat rear seats

    Reported November 11, 2022Model years 2017–2018NHTSA campaign 22V83600027,030 vehicles affected

    Inadequate connections in the power relay assembly main relay may increase electrical resistance and overheat the rear seats, increasing fire risk. Dealers will inspect the assembly and replace it or the main relay as needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
    Defect
    Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Kia Niro hybrid electric vehicles previously recalled under recall 18V-666. The Main Relay within the Power Relay Assembly (PRA) may have inadequate connections between its contacts, causing increased electrical resistance, which can overheat the rear seats.
    Consequence
    Overheated rear seats increase the risk of a fire.
    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. Kia's number for this recall is SC256. This recall supersedes NHTSA recall number 18V-666. Vehicles already repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy completed.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  15. Main relays may overheat

    Reported May 28, 2019Model years 2016–2017DVSA recall R/2019/1675,021 vehicles affected

    Reduced contact pressure on the main relays may cause heat to build up in the power relay assembly. The main relays will be replaced and the assembly checked for heat damage; the complete assembly will be replaced if damaged.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    A REDUCTION OF CONTACT PRESSURE ON THE MAIN RELAYS CAUSES HEAT BUILD UP IN THE MAIN POWER RELAY ASSEMBLY.
    Defect
    A reduction of contact pressure on the main relays causes heat build-up in the main Power Relay Assembly (PRA)
    Remedy
    Replace the main relays and inspect the PRA for heat damage. If PRA shows signs of heat damage replace the complete unit

  16. Hybrid system relay may overheat

    Reported September 25, 2018Model years 2017–2018NHTSA campaign 18V66600027,030 vehicles affected

    Poor connections in the main relay may increase electrical resistance and overheat the rear seat above it, creating a fire risk. Dealers will inspect the relay assembly and replace the relay or the assembly as needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
    Defect
    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.
    Consequence
    The increased electrical resistance can overheat the rear seat which is above the PRA, increasing the risk of a fire.
    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. The recall began November 23, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC168.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  17. Clutch actuator oil seal may leak

    Reported August 14, 2018Model years 2016–2017DVSA recall R/2018/2075,012 vehicles affected

    Burrs in the hydraulic clutch actuator housing may damage the oil seal, allowing oil to collect in the phase cap. An electrical short and fire risk may follow. The actuator will be inspected and repaired or replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    BURRS IN THE INNER HYDRAULIC CLUTCH ACTUATOR HOUSING CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE OIL SEAL
    Defect
    Burrs in the inner hydraulic clutch actuator housing can damage the oil seal causing oil to leak and accumulate in the phase cap. The HEV warning light will be displayed on the dashboard.An electrical short may occur which could result in a fire risk.
    Remedy
    Inspect and repair or replace actuator

  18. Clutch actuator oil leak may cause a short

    Reported April 20, 2018Model years 2017NHTSA campaign 18V25700027,029 vehicles affected

    The hydraulic clutch actuator seal may leak oil into the cap area, possibly causing an electrical short and increasing the risk of fire. Dealers will inspect for oil and replace the actuator if needed, or replace the cap with additional sealant. Repairs are free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
    Defect
    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.
    Consequence
    An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
    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. The recall is expected to begin June 15, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC163.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  19. Clutch actuator oil leak may cause fire

    Reported April 13, 2018EU Safety Gate A12/1164/18

    Oil could leak onto the power electrode inside the hydraulic clutch actuator, causing a short circuit and fire. The remedy is to recall the product from end users.

    Official EU Safety Gate text
    Component
    Fire
    Defect
    Oil might leak on the power electrode inside the hydraulic clutch actuator. This may result in a short-circuit, leading to a fire.
    Remedy
    Recall of the product from end users
    Notes
    Notified by Poland

  20. Power steering assist may be lost

    Reported March 10, 2017Model years 2017NHTSA campaign 17V159000135 vehicles affected

    A damaged power steering connector may cause loss of electric steering assistance, requiring greater steering effort, especially at low speeds, and increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the motor free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
    Defect
    Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017 Niro vehicles. The affected vehicles may have a damaged Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) connector resulting in a loss of electric power steering assistance.
    Consequence
    Loss of power steering assist would require higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the MDPS motor, free of charge. The recall began April 3, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC145.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

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