CarRecallWatchThe 2021 Kia Niro EV has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Back Over Prevention (1 report).
2021 Kia Niro EV recalls
Rearview Camera May Fail to Display Image Behind Vehicle
The rearview camera circuit board can become damaged, which may stop the rearview camera image from displaying.
Most common 2021 Kia Niro EV problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Back Over Prevention | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
What owners report
The rear brake rotors on the vehicle are pitted, as confirmed by a local repair shop. The "incident" is ongoing. Kia refuses to repair or replace them under warranty (25,500 miles on the car), claiming they are wear item. However, pitting is not wear, in fact quite the opposite. My analysis (30+ yrs in the auto business): As an EV, regenerative braking means the actual brake systems are rarely used. Noise at low speeds prompted the inspection at a local shop. Braking under high speeds does not result in noise, telling me the system relies too heavily on the front brakes. The result is the rear rotors are too often unused leaving them to rust and then pit. Tesla recognizes that regen brak
I'm a new Niro Ev driver. The VESS noise when reversing the vehicle is very loud. It is too loud, I live in close proximity to neighbors and have to get up early for work and the sound is a major nuisance, I would not want a neighbor that has this car . I understand VESS in place for safety but the reverse backup beeping is just a step down from a garbage truck backing up, especially in the silence of a residential neighborhood in the early AM hours. Furthermore, I and others as seen on web forums will reverse faster than we normally would do to be able to take the car out of reverse as quickly as possible to stop the blaring beeping. This creates its own risk, as if there is less time to
2021 Kia Niro EV questions
Does the 2021 Kia Niro EV have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2021 Kia Niro EV: Rearview Camera May Fail to Display Image Behind Vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Kia Niro EV?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Back Over Prevention (1), Service Brakes (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 Kia Niro EV has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.