NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2023 Kia Niro Plug-In Safety Record
The 2023 Kia Niro Plug-In has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 2 recalls and 38 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2023 Kia Niro Plug-In has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 2 recalls and 38 owner complaints on file, giving it a moderate recall and complaint burden.
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Moderate |
| Recalls on file | 2 |
| Owner complaints | 38 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Kia Niro Plug-In have any recalls?
SEATS25V024000
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.
Reported 2025-01-17
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL23V298000
Risk: A blank instrument cluster display will not show critical information, such as tire pressure, warning messages, and warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 26, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC270.
Reported 2023-04-26
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 Kia Niro Plug-In?
38 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
FAQ2023 Kia Niro Plug-In safety questions
Was the 2023 Kia Niro Plug-In crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 2 recalls and 38 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Kia Niro Plug-In have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 2 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2023 Kia Niro Plug-In. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 Kia Niro Plug-In?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 38 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 Kia Niro Plug-In. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Kia Niro Plug-In 2023.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.