2024 KIA NIRO

4 recalls — 11 complaints — 5/5 safety rating

25V024000 Jan 17, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Defect Description
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 ... Read more
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... Read more
80,255 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.
25V024000 Jan 17, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Defect Description
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 ... Read more
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... Read more
80,255 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.
25V024000 Jan 17, 2025
SEATS
Defect Description
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 ... Read more
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... Read more
80,255 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.
25V024000 Jan 17, 2025
SEATS
Defect Description
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 ... Read more
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... Read more
80,255 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.

Complaint Statistics

11 total complaints 2 crashes 7 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM3
Carry Handle, Shell, Base1
AIR BAGS1
TIRES1
ENGINE1
UNKNOWN OR OTHER1
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING1
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS1
VISIBILITY/WIPER1
VISIBILITY/WIPER Mar 3, 2026
Incident date: Nov 30, 2025
The interior surface of the windshield freezes during cold weather operation, beginning at the edges of the windshield and progressing toward the center directly into the driver’s line of sight. This significantly impairs visibility and requires approximately 20–30 minutes of vehicle warming bef... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jan 7, 2026
Incident date: Sep 30, 2025
The 12-volt battery system in my 2024 Kia Niro (VIN: [XXX] ) has suffered two total failures in under one year of ownership (approx. 10,000 miles). In both instances, the vehicle was completely unresponsive, with no power to essential systems. Safety Risks and Incidents: 1. [XXX]: Vehicle experience... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Oct 10, 2025
Incident date: Oct 1, 2025
Forward collision system fully activated while driving eastbound in the fast lane on [XXX] . The sun was behind me. No glare. No cars or objects were in front of me or next to me. The dashboard started flashing and warning sounds activated and the car slammed on the brakes itself. The seatbelt ... Read more
1 injured
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING Oct 10, 2025
Incident date: Oct 1, 2025
Forward collision system fully activated while driving eastbound in the fast lane on [XXX] . The sun was behind me. No glare. No cars or objects were in front of me or next to me. The dashboard started flashing and warning sounds activated and the car slammed on the brakes itself. The seatbelt ... Read more
1 injured
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS Oct 10, 2025
Incident date: Oct 1, 2025
Forward collision system fully activated while driving eastbound in the fast lane on [XXX] . The sun was behind me. No glare. No cars or objects were in front of me or next to me. The dashboard started flashing and warning sounds activated and the car slammed on the brakes itself. The seatbelt ... Read more
1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Mar 31, 2025
Incident date: Dec 1, 2024
The contact owns a 2024 Kia Niro. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 65-70 MPH on the highway, the radio panel went blank. The vehicle was blowing cold air on the driver's side while the passenger’s side was blowing hot air. The contact stated that there was slush on the drivew... Read more
TIRES Mar 31, 2025
Incident date: Dec 1, 2024
The contact owns a 2024 Kia Niro. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 65-70 MPH on the highway, the radio panel went blank. The vehicle was blowing cold air on the driver's side while the passenger’s side was blowing hot air. The contact stated that there was slush on the drivew... Read more
ENGINE Mar 31, 2025
Incident date: Dec 1, 2024
The contact owns a 2024 Kia Niro. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 65-70 MPH on the highway, the radio panel went blank. The vehicle was blowing cold air on the driver's side while the passenger’s side was blowing hot air. The contact stated that there was slush on the drivew... Read more
AIR BAGS Feb 18, 2025
Incident date: Feb 12, 2025
What happened? While driving my 2025 KIA Niro on [XXX] , I stopped at a red light behind another vehicle. Suddenly, my car was rear-ended by another vehicle, causing a significant impact that pushed my car forward into the vehicle in front. The seat belts deployed but I sustained a broken nose from... Read more
Crash 2 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Feb 18, 2025
Incident date: Feb 12, 2025
What happened? While driving my 2025 KIA Niro on [XXX] , I stopped at a red light behind another vehicle. Suddenly, my car was rear-ended by another vehicle, causing a significant impact that pushed my car forward into the vehicle in front. The seat belts deployed but I sustained a broken nose from... Read more
Crash 2 injured
Carry Handle, Shell, Base Feb 14, 2025
Incident date: Nov 1, 2024
The car sear base comes with a plastic seatbelt guide. When you install the car seat using the anchors, tighten the belt and press down on the tightening lever, a piece of the plastic guide bows upward and causes the car seat to become stuck when rotating. Evenflo asked for it back and sent the same... Read more

NHTSA Safety Ratings — 2024 KIA NIRO

2024 Kia Niro SUV FWD

CategoryRating
Overall Rating 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash 4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Frontal Crash — Driver 4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Frontal Crash — Passenger 4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Side Crash 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash — Driver 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash — Passenger 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Rollover 4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Rollover Risk 11.8%

Safety Technology

FeatureStatus
Electronic Stability ControlStandard
Forward Collision WarningStandard & Optional
Lane Departure WarningStandard

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

EPA Fuel Economy — 2024 KIA NIRO

Trim / Engine City MPG Highway MPG Combined MPG Fuel Type Annual Fuel Cost
1.6L 4-cyl, Automatic (AM-S6) (Front-Wheel Drive) 53.0 45.0 49.0 Regular $1,200

CO2 Emissions: 181.0 g/mile (Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

KIA NIRO — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the KIA NIRO across all model years (2017–2025).

43 Total Recalls
416 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
44 Reported Crashes
14 Reported Fires
2 Reported Deaths

KIA NIRO — Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2025 4 13 View
2024 (current) 4 11
2023 12 63 View
2022 3 34 View
2021 3 10 View
2020 3 41 View
2019 3 77 View
2018 5 72 View
2017 6 95 View

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SOUL EV 62 50 View