NHTSA Recall 25V024000: Electrical system: wiring and seats
Kia America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 80,255 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Kia Niro.
| NHTSA campaign | 25V024000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SC332 |
| Components | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING; SEATS |
| Report received | January 17, 2025 |
| Owner notification | February 27, 2025 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
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.
Safety risk
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 25V024000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kia Niro | 2023, 2024, 2025 |
| Kia Niro EV | 2023, 2024, 2025 |
| Kia Niro PHEV | 2023, 2024, 2025 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.