Recall Radar

2020 Kia Niro EV recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2020 Kia Niro EV. The most recent was reported on June 20, 2025.

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Recalls at a glance

DateCampaignPartVehicles
June 20, 202525V-426Back over prevention: sensing system, camera11,327
December 6, 202222V-899Electrical system: propulsion system, traction battery, thermal management, fluid/coolant872

Recall details

Back over prevention: sensing system, camera

June 20, 2025 · Kia America, Inc. · Campaign 25V-426

What is wrong: 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."

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

The fix: 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.

Electrical system: propulsion system, traction battery, thermal management, fluid/coolant

December 6, 2022 · Kia America, Inc. · Campaign 22V-899

What is wrong: Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2020 Niro EV vehicles. The Electric Power Control Unit (EPCU) may have been improperly sealed and may leak coolant internally.

Risk: Coolant contacting the EPCU circuit board may cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the EPCU as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 9, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC258.

Other model years of the Kia Niro EV

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2020 Kia Niro EV have recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2020 Kia Niro EV, the most recent reported on June 20, 2025. A campaign covers only certain vehicles, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected.

What parts have been recalled on the 2020 Kia Niro EV?

Back over prevention (1), Electrical system (1).

Are recall repairs free?

In 2 of the 2 campaigns listed here, the remedy states that the repair is free of charge. Read the remedy in each recall for the details.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.