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2024 Kia Niro Phev problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 3 complaints on file for the 2024 Kia Niro Phev — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

3

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

2

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2024 compare to other Niro Phev years?

Niro Phev NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted33 complaints2018: 24 complaints2019: 33 complaints2020: 5 complaints2021: 1 complaints2022: 16 complaints2023: 10 complaints2024: 3 complaints2025: 4 complaints
Niro Phev NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2024 Kia Niro Phev problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Other133%
Speed Control133%
Visibility & Wipers133%

Does the 2024 Kia Niro Phev have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

25V024000SeatsJanuary 17, 2025 · 80,255 units

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“ have had a serious issue with my 2025 Kia Niro PHEV. I first reported the problem to the dealer when the car was a few months old and they were of no help. I had an accident as a result of this issue. I was very fortunate that the only result was a completely ruined drivers door. I have had a…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · August 25, 2025 · crash

“The contact owns a 2024 Kia Niro. The contact stated that while driving in slow traffic, the vehicle accelerated unintentionally and crashed into the rear of another vehicle. The contact stated that while reversing, the failure recurred and the rear end of the vehicle crashed into the front end of…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · July 25, 2025 · crash

“The shiny black interior located on the center console is highly reflective resulting in sun glare shining into your eyes for a large portion of the day. This causes serious visibility issue while driving and is a safety hazard. I reported this issue to the dealership within two weeks of purchasing…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Visibility & Wipers · June 25, 2024

2024 Kia Niro Phev — common questions

Is the 2024 Kia Niro Phev reliable?

The record is thin — 3 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2024 Kia Niro Phev have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2024 Kia Niro Phev. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Kia Niro Phev years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Niro Phev years to avoid are 2019. The cleanest record among Niro Phev years belongs to 2021.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.