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Buying a used 2024 Kia Niro EV? Check these 2 recalls first
Two open recalls apply to the 2024 Niro EV: a drive shaft that may break and wiring damage that can affect airbags and seat belts. Neither is flagged stop-driving or park-outside, and the critical loss-of-drive-power recall listed for the 2023 Niro EV is not among them. The NHTSA complaint file is thin — six unverified owner reports with one crash and one injury, spread over electrical, seats, and service brakes.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Get VIN confirmation that the drive shaft and wiring recalls are complete
- Listen for clunks or vibration from the drivetrain during acceleration
- Check airbag and seat belt warning lights, and test seat adjustment and belts
- Open recalls are repaired free at any Kia dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2024 Kia Niro EV
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Kia EV6 and Niro EV drive shaft may break | Power Train | high |
| Kia Niro wiring damage may affect airbags, seat belts | Seats | high |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
6 complaints filed for this model year, including 1 mentioning a crash, 0 a fire and 1 injuries. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 3 | None found |
| Seats | 1 | Yes |
| Brakes | 1 | None found |