CarRecallWatchThe 2020 Kia Niro Phev has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (2 reports).
2020 Kia Niro Phev recalls
Fluid Leak Can Short Circuit Circuit Board and Cause Engine Fire
Transmission fluid may leak into the printed circuit board inside the hydraulic clutch actuator.
Most common 2020 Kia Niro Phev problems
Problem areas named in the 5 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 2 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
What owners report
On [XXX], Flakes of paint starting peeling away and flew over the windshield while simply driving along an interstate highway at 65 MPH on a calm, dry and sunny day in CO. (A factory paint application defect of the SWP paint color is a common owner complaint) Issue reported to Kia Customer Service on NOV 15th, 2024 who provided case No.[XXX]
The vehicle locks the left wheel when braking. It skids and brakes in one simultaneous action. It doesn't happen often but occasionally if I'm in heavy traffic. I reported this problem to the Kia dealer who found no problem. I really feel that this requires investigation as it could cause an accident. El vehÃculo bloquea la rueda izquierda al frenar. Patina y frena en una sola acción simultánea. No sucede a menudo, pero de vez en cuando, si hay mucho tráfico. Informé de este problema al concesionario de Kia, que no encontró ningún problema. Realmente creo que es necesario investigarlo, ya que podrÃa provocar un accidente.
The contact owns a 2020 Kia Niro. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V534000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
The bearings in the steering wheel is going bad. The car is a 2020 and should not have this issue. Theyâre claiming itâs not covered under basic warranty since my mileage is 77,637, over the 60,000 mileage. Even with this many mileage, a steering wheel bearing should not go bad this quickly.
WE PURCHASED A NEW 2020 KIA NIRO EX PREMIUM PHEV ON 10/10/2020 AND REGRET IT. LESS THAN A WEEK AND 50 MILES IN WE HAD THE "CHECK ACTIVE AIR FLAP SYSTEM" WARNING. APPARENTLY THIS A KNOWN PROBLEM, HTTPS://WWW.KIANIROFORUM.COM/THREADS/2020-PHEV-CHECK-ACTIVE-AIR-FLAP-SYSTEM.9142/ HOW RIDICULOUS THAT A WELL KNOW AND VERY WIDESPREAD FAULT LIKE THIS IS NOT ADDRESSED BY THE MANUFACTURER BEFORE THE SALE. THE 1-800 PEOPLE WERE WELL AWARE OF THE PROBLEM BUT COULD NOT ANSWER EVEN THE MOST SIMPLE QUESTION. Q - IS THE VEHICLE SAFE TO DRIVE? A - IF YOU FEEL THE VEHICLE IS UNSAFE THEN DON'T DRIVE IT. VERY CAVALIER BUT I SUSPECT THE REP WAS NOT PROVED DETAIL AND SCRIPT. I HAVE ATTEMPTED TO CONTACT KIA DIR
2020 Kia Niro Phev questions
Does the 2020 Kia Niro Phev have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2020 Kia Niro Phev: Fluid Leak Can Short Circuit Circuit Board and Cause Engine Fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Kia Niro Phev?
Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (2), Steering (1), Service Brakes (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2020 Kia Niro Phev 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.