Kia America, Inc.: 2022 Niro EV Recalled for High Voltage Battery Plug Overheating

Agency Publication Date: May 21, 2024

Summary

Kia America, Inc. is recalling approximately 2,209 of its 2022 Niro EV vehicles because a component in the high voltage battery system may be defective. The high voltage battery safety plug can overheat and melt while the vehicle is in use or charging, which can lead to a sudden loss of power or a vehicle fire. To resolve this issue, Kia dealers will replace the safety plug with a new one at no cost to owners.

Risk

The battery safety plug can overheat and melt due to electrical resistance. If this happens while driving, the car may lose power and increase the risk of a crash; if it happens while parked or charging, it poses a significant fire risk that could lead to injuries.

What You Should Do

Identify if your vehicle is affected: This recall specifically covers 2022 Kia Niro EV models.
Check your vehicle's 17-character Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) at www.nhtsa.gov/recalls or through Kia's owner portal to confirm it is part of recall SC314.
Do NOT charge your vehicle in a garage, carport, or any other covered structure until the recall repair has been completed by an authorized dealer.
Contact an authorized Kia dealer to schedule a free appointment to have the high voltage battery safety plug replaced.
If you have further questions, contact Kia America, Inc. customer service regarding recall SC314.
For additional information, contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov.

Your Remedy Options

You have 2 options:

Option 1: Free Repair

Safety plug replacement

How to: Dealers will replace the high voltage battery safety plug free of charge.

Option 2: Other Action

Precautionary charging warning

How to: Owners are advised not to charge their vehicle in a garage or any other covered structure until the recall repair is completed.

Affected Products

Product: 2022 Kia Niro EV

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall ID: 24V358000

Status: Active

Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.

Sold By: Authorized Kia dealers

Units Affected: 2,209 vehicles(1% estimated defective)

Park Vehicle: No

Park Outside: No

OTA Update: No

Product Type: Vehicle (V)

Recall Classification: Safety Defect

Owner Notification Date: July 19, 2024

Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Distributed To: Nationwide

Manufacturer Recall #: SC314

Agency Last Updated: August 29, 2025

Were You Affected by This Recall?

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

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Summary

What You Should Do

Identify if your vehicle is affected: This recall specifically covers 2022 Kia Niro EV models.

Check your vehicle's 17-character Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) at www.nhtsa.gov/recalls or through Kia's owner portal to confirm it is part of recall SC314.

Do NOT charge your vehicle in a garage, carport, or any other covered structure until the recall repair has been completed by an authorized dealer.

Contact an authorized Kia dealer to schedule a free appointment to have the high voltage battery safety plug replaced.

If you have further questions, contact Kia America, Inc. customer service regarding recall SC314.

For additional information, contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov.

Your Remedy Options

You have 2 options:

Option 1: Free Repair

Safety plug replacement

How to: Dealers will replace the high voltage battery safety plug free of charge.

Option 2: Other Action

Precautionary charging warning

How to: Owners are advised not to charge their vehicle in a garage or any other covered structure until the recall repair is completed.

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall ID: 24V358000

Status: Active

Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.

Sold By: Authorized Kia dealers

Units Affected: 2,209 vehicles(1% estimated defective)

Park Vehicle: No

Park Outside: No

OTA Update: No

Product Type: Vehicle (V)

Recall Classification: Safety Defect

Owner Notification Date: July 19, 2024

Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Distributed To: Nationwide

Manufacturer Recall #: SC314

Agency Last Updated: August 29, 2025