Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2020 Kia Niro EV. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111
- Summary
- 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."
- Consequence
- A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
Coolant Leak in EPCU may Cause Loss of Drive Power
- Summary
- Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2020 Niro EV vehicles. The Electric Power Control Unit (EPCU) may have been improperly sealed and may leak coolant internally.
- Consequence
- Coolant contacting the EPCU circuit board may cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the EPCU as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 9, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC258.
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Owner complaints (19)
19 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The unknown or other is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 19 |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown or other | 8 | 42.1% |
| Electrical system | 6 | 31.6% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 3 | 15.8% |
| Power train | 3 | 15.8% |
| Lane departure | 2 | 10.5% |
| Back over prevention | 1 | 5.3% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | 5.3% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 5.3% |
| Service brakes | 1 | 5.3% |
| Steering | 1 | 5.3% |
How 2020 compares with other Niro EV years
Best and worst Niro EV years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 17 | 0 |
| 2020 | 19 | 2 |
| 2021 | 2 | 1 |
| 2022 | 30 | 2 |
| 2023 | 15 | 3 |
| 2024 | 6 | 2 |
| 2025 | 1 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
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2020 Kia Niro EV FAQ
How many recalls does the 2020 Kia Niro EV have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 25V426000 (rear camera), 22V899000 (electrical). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2020 Kia Niro EV problems?
Owners filed 19 complaints with NHTSA. Unknown or other (8), Electrical system (6), Fuel/propulsion system (3) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
How does the 2020 Niro EV compare with other years?
Among the 2019–2021 Kia Niro EV model years at least five years old, the 2021 drew the fewest complaints (2) and the 2020 the most (19). The 2020 drew 19. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.