CarRecallWatchThe 2024 Kia Niro EV has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (3 reports).
2024 Kia Niro EV recalls
Front Passenger Wiring May Cause Air Bag Failure
Some Kia Niro vehicles may have a floor wiring assembly beneath the front passenger seat that can become damaged.
Drive Shaft May Break, Causing Loss of Power
Some drive shafts in these electric vehicles may have been improperly heat-treated.
Most common 2024 Kia Niro EV problems
Problem areas named in the 6 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
| Seats | 1 |
What owners report
I have taken the car to Brown-Daub Kia in Easton twice, on May 1, 2025 and May 30, 2025, requesting the safety recall work (SC332) be completed. Both times I have been told they are unable to complete the work because they are unable to connect with Kia in some way.
The contact owns a 2024 Kia Niro. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number:Â 25V024000 (Seat, Electrical). The contact stated that on one occasion while driving at approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle crashed head-on into a pole. The air bags did not deploy and the seat belt did not retract. The contact sustained shoulder, collarbone, neck, head, and back injuries. Medical attention was not needed. A police report was filed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where an Event Data Recorder was completed and it was informed that the air bags should have deployed. The vehicle's cosmetic damages were repaired. The contact stated that on another occasion while driving
I currently have rental car from Avis that has a open recall.
Emergency stop blocked by a piece of the bottom dash panel under the steering column. There are castings in the underside of the panel covering the steering column that prevent the right foot of a driver with a larger foot/shoe to operate the brake pedal. I have a size 11 shoe and my foot catches on this plastic casting and interferes with the brake operation. Last night a car pulled out of a parking spot in front of me and the protuberance block my foot from applying the brakes. This has happened multiple times and I am forced to drive without my right shoe for safety sake !
The contact owns a 2024 Kia Niro EV. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver's side seat belt warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who was unable to diagnose the failure but informed the contact that the vehicle had been repaired. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, who then diagnosed a failure with the floor wiring harness. The vehicle was repaired. Several days later, upon attempting to start the vehicle, it failed to start as expected, prompting the contact to call Roadside Assistance, who informed the contact that the battery had been drained, r
2024 Kia Niro EV questions
Does the 2024 Kia Niro EV have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2024 Kia Niro EV: Front Passenger Wiring May Cause Air Bag Failure; Drive Shaft May Break, Causing Loss of Power. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Kia Niro EV?
Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (3), Unknown Or Other (3), Service Brakes (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2024 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.