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The EPA has certified this vehicle as among the 20 percent lowest-emitting passenger vehicles for its model year, based on government greenhouse gas and smog ratings.
Kia Niro Electric
EPA Range:
239 miles
EPA Range:
239 miles
RECALL ALERT:
There is 1 recall on this vehicle.
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There is 1 recall on this vehicle.
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RECALL ALERT:
There is 1 recall on this vehicle.
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There is 1 recall on this vehicle.
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Reliability
Overall Reliability
We expect the 2025 Niro Electric will have about average reliability when compared to the average new car. This prediction is based on data from 2023 and 2024 models and the Kia brand score.
The 2021 Kia Niro Electric has been recalled 1 time by NHTSA.
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The 2021 Kia Niro Electric has been recalled 1 time by NHTSA.
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2021 Sedans & Hatchbacks Reliability
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Kia vs. Other New Car Brands Reliability
Reliability History
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Overall Reliability Verdict
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POTENTIAL TROUBLE SPOTS
Electric Motor
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NA
EV Battery
NA
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EV Charging
NA
NA
NA
Drive System
NA
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Suspension/Steering
NA
NA
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Brakes
NA
NA
NA
Climate System
NA
NA
NA
Electrical Accessories
NA
NA
NA
Body Hardware
NA
NA
NA
Paint/Trim
NA
NA
NA
Noises/Leaks
NA
NA
NA
In-car Electronics
NA
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NA
Overall Reliability Verdict
Potential Trouble Spots
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NA
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Powertrain
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NA
2020
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NA
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Electric Motor
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NA
2020
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NA
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EV Battery
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NA
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NA
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NA
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EV Charging
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NA
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NA
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Drive System
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NA
2020
NA
2021
NA
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2024
Show all Powertrain Trouble Spots
Suspension/Steering
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NA
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NA
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NA
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Brakes
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NA
2020
NA
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NA
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Climate System
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NA
2020
NA
2021
NA
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2023*
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Build Quality
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NA
2020
NA
2021
NA
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Electrical Accessories
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NA
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NA
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NA
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Body Hardware
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NA
2020
NA
2021
NA
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Paint/Trim
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NA
2020
NA
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NA
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Noises/Leaks
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NA
2020
NA
2021
NA
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Show all Build Quality Trouble Spots
In-car Electronics
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NA
2020
NA
2021
NA
2022
2023*
2024
Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting
how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive
reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest
subscriber survey for over 300,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give
you a rundown on how 2000 through 2024 vehicles are holding up in 20
potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, electric motor, EV charging, and
brakes to power equipment and the electrical accessories.
NA indicates that we did not receive a large enough sample size to provide
data for a specific year. An X indicates that the vehicle was not manufactured for a specific year.
Recalls
PROVIDED BY
BACK OVER PREVENTION
Jun 20, 2025
A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Summary:
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Niro EV vehicles. The circuit board for the rearview camera may become damaged and cause the rearview camera image not to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
What should you do:
Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed August 19, 2025. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC342.
For more information:
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
25V426000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
11327
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