KIA Niro Phev Problems by Year
KIA Niro Phev years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Niro Phev year: 2018, 2019, 2022. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2019 Niro Phev: 26 complaints, 1 recall
- 2018 Niro Phev: 13 complaints, 1 recall
- 2022 Niro Phev: 12 complaints, 1 recall
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2021 Niro Phev: 1 complaint, 1 recall
- 2025 Niro Phev: 2 complaints, 1 recall
- 2024 Niro Phev: 3 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 Phev problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 26 | 6 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 10 | 4 | 0 |
| Engine | 9 | 3 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 5 | 4 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Lane Departure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All KIA Niro Phev model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Niro Phev | 2 | 1 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2024 Niro Phev | 3 | 1 | — | Unknown or Other | |
| 2023 Niro Phev | 6 | 2 | — | Unknown or Other | |
| 2022 Niro Phev | 12 | 1 | — | Power Train | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2021 Niro Phev | 1 | 1 | — | Power Train | |
| 2020 Niro Phev | 5 | 1 | — | Power Train | |
| 2019 Niro Phev | 26 | 1 | — | Power Train | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2018 Niro Phev | 13 | 1 | — | Power Train | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which KIA Niro Phev years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2018 (13), 2019 (26), 2022 (12) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Niro Phev year. 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 Phev?
Power Train, with 26 complaints across 6 model years.
How many recalls does the KIA Niro Phev have?
3 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.