2022 KIA Niro EV Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Niro EV years
- Far more complaints than other years 1st of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 31 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 KIA Niro EV. That is the most of any Niro EV model year in the database (7 years). The most reported problem area is unknown or other (13 complaints, 42%), typically at around 1,500 miles. Complaints mention 4 crashes, 1 injury. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
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- 31owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 4complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2022 KIA Niro EV problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown or Other | 13 | 42% | 1,500 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 12 | 39% | 36,020 | — | — |
| Power Train | 7 | 23% | — | — | — |
| Engine | 4 | 13% | 36,020 | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 3 | 10% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 10% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 3% | 9,500 | — | — |
| Lane Departure | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 3% | 9,500 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2022 KIA Niro EV recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Back over prevention: sensing system: camera
Problem: 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.
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:shock protection
Problem: 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.
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash, and a fire increases the risk of injury.
Fix: 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.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Pedestrian alert sounds (DP22005) — opened Jan 27, 2023, closed Aug 7, 2023, led to recall 22V063000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
I purchased this used 2022 Kia Niro EV on August 19, 2023, with approximately 3,042 miles. On December 22, 2023, at 24,086 miles, a Kia of Valencia service record documented a kicking/knocking sensation when releasing the brake. The cause was not identified. On August 22, 2024, another service…
Component or system that failed: High-Voltage Electrical System / High-Voltage Battery Safety Plug Assembly (specifically covered under Recall SC314 / NHTSA Campaign 24V-358). It is NOT wear and tear as falsely claimed by the dealer. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request at the…
COMPONENT/SYSTEM: The 12-volt auxiliary battery system, the interior fuse box (Total Integrated Power Module) containing an auto-cutoff relay, and the high voltage battery system. All components are available for inspection. SAFETY RISK: The vehicle has lost power and died while being driven, and…
The contact owns a 2022 Kia Niro. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle intermittently entered limp mode and loss automotive power while the vehicle was still at full battery. No warning lights were illuminated. The failure occurred on several different occasions…
I wanted to go to the store and when I pressed the Start button I got the message: Stop car and check regenerative brakes. Soon after the lights dimmed and the message showed up that key fob was not detected even though it was in my hand. It then no longer took a charge and is completely dark. I…
Other KIA Niro EV years
← 2021 Niro EV · 2023 Niro EV →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Niro EV | 1 | 1 |
| 2024 Niro EV | 6 | 2 |
| 2023 Niro EV | 15 | 3 |
| 2022 | 31 | 2 |
| 2021 Niro EV | 2 | 1 |
| 2020 Niro EV | 19 | 2 |
| 2019 Niro EV | 19 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2022 KIA Niro EV?
Owners most often report unknown or other, electrical system, power train problems. The top one, unknown or other, accounts for 13 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2022 KIA Niro EV?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2022 KIA Niro EV a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Niro EV model years, the 2022 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.