2022 Kia Niro EV
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
- Complaints
- 32
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Electrical system
Campaigns on file for 2022
Opened by NHTSA
41% of complaints
Complaints per year
2022: 32 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2019 | 19 |
| 2020 | 18 |
| 2021 | 2 |
| 2022 | 32 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 6 |
| 2025 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Electrical system
41% · 13 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Component or system that failed: High-Voltage Electrical System / High-Voltage Battery Safety Plug Assembly (specifically covered under Recall SC314 / NHTSA Campaign 24V-358). It is NOT wear and tear as falsely claimed by the dealer.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-24
COMPONENT/SYSTEM: The 12-volt auxiliary battery system, the interior fuse box (Total Integrated Power Module) containing an auto-cutoff relay, and the high voltage battery system. All components are available for inspection.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-16
Also filed under Power train and fuel/propulsion system
Started 2-3 months ago and is progressively getting worse. Battery drop from charged down to 2% randomly. Battery would drop 1% every 3 seconds. During highway drive it would cancel out cruise control and/or limited power down to 30mph.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-12-09
Power train
25% · 8 reportsShow complaint excerpts
I purchased this used 2022 Kia Niro EV on August 19, 2023, with approximately 3,042 miles. On December 22, 2023, at 24,086 miles, a Kia of Valencia service record documented a kicking/knocking sensation when releasing the brake.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-06
Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system and seat belts
Engine
16% · 5 reportsFuel/propulsion system
9% · 3 reportsForward collision avoidance
9% · 3 reportsMost commonly citing adaptive cruise control and automatic emergency braking.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds
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2024-07-19Electrical system24V358000 Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 Niro EV vehicles. The high voltage battery safety plug may overheat and melt, which can cause a loss of drive power or fire.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to charge their vehicle in a garage or any other covered structure until the recall repair is completed. Dealers will replace the safety plug, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 19, 2024.
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2025-11-07Back over prevention25V426000 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.
Remedy: 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.
Buy-smart checklist
2022 Kia Niro EV — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 13 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 8 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 5 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 24V358000 · Electrical system
- Recall 25V426000 · Back over prevention
FAQ
- Is the 2022 Kia Niro EV reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2022 Kia Niro EV?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 41% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2022 Kia Niro EV have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.