NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2024 Kia Niro Plug-In Safety Record
The 2024 Kia Niro Plug-In has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 1 recall and 8 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2024 Kia Niro Plug-In has not been subjected to federal crash testing. This leaves a significant gap in its safety profile, as NHTSA has published no star ratings for the model. Consequently, our Safety Index for the 2024 Niro Plug-In cannot be computed. The available federal record is limited to one recall campaign and eight owner complaints, which indicates a low volume of reported issues. Without crash-test results, however, a definitive safety assessment based on test scores is not possible.
The 2024 Kia Niro Plug-In was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries one recall campaign and a Light recall and complaint burden band, according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 8 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2024 Kia Niro Plug-In?
The 2024 Kia Niro Plug-In enters the market with a notable absence of federal crash test data. No NHTSA-tested sibling years for this specific model are available to provide a parallel crash-score reference point. This means crucial crash-test star ratings in frontal, side, or rollover categories are not yet published. Its federal safety record, however, is light. A single recall is on record, addressing floor wiring, a component shared across the 2023 to 2025 Niro family. This issue is the sole federal safety action for the 2024 model year. Eight owner complaints have been registered. While low in volume, these complaints warrant close examination. Five involve injury allegations, and two specifically detail crash incidents. Of particular concern are the two reports related to the Forward Collision Avoidance system, given its direct role in preventing impacts. On our Safety Index, the 2024 Kia Niro Plug-In scores in the Light burden band, indicating its combined recall and complaint volume is low relative to the broader vehicle population tracked by NHTSA. This designation reflects documented federal activity, not crash performance.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2024 Kia Niro Plug-In have any recalls?
The single recall affecting this model year targets the floor wiring assembly beneath the seats. The campaign covers 2023 through 2025 Niro EV, Plug-in Hybrid, and Hybrid vehicles under one Kia America campaign. NHTSA has not issued a park-outside or do-not-drive advisory tied to this campaign based on the data available here. Owners should verify their VIN at nhtsa.gov for current remedy status.
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
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2024 Kia Niro Plug-In?
Eight complaints have been reported to NHTSA for the 2024 Kia Niro Plug-In. The top alleged problem areas are the Electrical System with three reports, Forward Collision Avoidance with two, and single reports each for Power Train, Visibility and Wipers, Tires, and an unknown category. All are unverified consumer allegations, not established facts.
8 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2024 Kia Niro Plug-In?
The 2024 Kia Niro Plug-In is subject to a significant recall affecting floor wiring. For any prospective purchase of a used unit, verifying completion of this recall via VIN check at nhtsa.gov is paramount, as resolution becomes the owner's responsibility.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2024 Kia Niro Plug-In, meaning no star ratings or Safety Index exist for this specific model year.
- One recall is on record for this model year, addressing the floor wiring assembly beneath the seats across the 2023 to 2025 Niro family; owners should verify remedy completion using their VIN at nhtsa.gov.
- Two of the eight reported complaints are categorized as crash-related and two specifically allege issues with the Forward Collision Avoidance system, a safety-critical component; these are unverified consumer allegations reported to NHTSA.
- The Light burden band assigned to this model year reflects low federal recall and complaint activity and is not a crash-safety score or a substitute for NHTSA star ratings.
FAQ2024 Kia Niro Plug-In safety questions
Was the 2024 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 1 recall and 8 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2024 Kia Niro Plug-In have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2024 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 2024 Kia Niro Plug-In?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 8 owner complaints are on file for the 2024 Kia Niro Plug-In. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Kia Niro Plug-In 2024.
- 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.