NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2019 Kia Niro Electric
Recall and complaint safety record from NHTSA. This configuration has not been crash-tested.
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The Kia Niro Electric is a subcompact crossover SUV that slots into the growing battery-electric segment, targeting eco-conscious urban and suburban buyers who want a practical, right-sized daily driver without sacrificing modern features. Offered from the 2019 model year onward, the Niro EV competes in a crowded but increasingly important space where safety credentials carry real weight for family-oriented shoppers.
The 2019 Kia Niro Electric has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 0 recalls and 17 owner complaints on file, giving it a light recall and complaint burden.
- shoppers who want the full federal safety picture in one place
Reviewers generally regard the Kia Niro Electric as a sensible, well-rounded choice in the subcompact electric crossover space. They tend to praise its accessible packaging and practical daily-use character, while occasionally noting that it lacks the outright performance or range of pricier rivals. Overall, professional opinion positions it as a smart, low-drama option rather than a segment leader.
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
17 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.