KIA Niro Hybrid Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jun 28, 2021 · 19 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 19 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the KIA Niro Hybrid, across 1 model years (2017–2017). The 2017 model year has the most complaints (19). The most reported problem area overall is engine.

KIA Niro Hybrid years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No Niro Hybrid model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2017 Niro Hybrid: 19 complaints, 1 recall

Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.

Most common KIA Niro Hybrid problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Engine310
Power Train310
Service Brakes310
Structure310
Vehicle Speed Control310
Exterior Lighting110
Fuel/propulsion System110
Hybrid Propulsion System110
Seats110
Steering110

All KIA Niro Hybrid model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2017 Niro Hybrid191—Unknown or Other

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Frequently asked questions

Which KIA Niro Hybrid years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2017 (19). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the KIA Niro Hybrid?

Engine, with 3 complaints across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the KIA Niro Hybrid have?

1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.