Kia Niro EV recalled over injury risk

Recall date

June 20, 2025

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Kia America, Inc. recalls 2020–2022 Kia Niro EV

Recall number

25V426000

Brand / firm

Kia

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 11,327 units

Why it was recalled

A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

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 to do

Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 7, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC342.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.