Kia Niro Ev recall (24V358000)

Kia · United States Recall

NHTSA Campaign ID: 24V358000
Report Received: 2024-05-21
Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.
Make: Kia
Model(s): NIRO EV
Model Year(s): 2022
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:SHOCK PROTECTION
Potentially Affected Units: 2,209

Defect Description

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.

Consequence

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash, and a fire increases the risk of injury.

Remedy

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.

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