NHTSA recall 24V-358 (24V358000)
electrical system recall reported May 21, 2024 - about 2,209 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 24V358000
- Also written as
- 24V-358
- Manufacturer number
- SC314
- Reported
- May 21, 2024
- Vehicles affected
- ~2,209
- Component
- electrical system
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash, and a fire increases the risk of injury.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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. Kia's number for this recall is SC314.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 24V-358 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.