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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data
2021 Kia Niro recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2021 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component2
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Back over prevention | 1 |
| Power train | 1 |
Safety recalls2
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Jun 20, 202525V426000 | Back over prevention: sensing system cameraA rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 25V426000
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| Jul 31, 202323V534000 | Power train: automatic transmission internalA fire increases the risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 23V534000
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Merged from NHTSA model names: Niro Ev, Niro, Niro Phev. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.
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Owner complaints by component12
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 4 | 33 |
| Unknown or other | 2 | 17 |
| Engine | 2 | 17 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 17 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 8 |
| Visibility | 1 | 8 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 8 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 8 |
| Back over prevention | 1 | 8 |
An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number, merged from NHTSA model names Niro, Niro Electric, Niro Hybrid, Niro Plug-In Hybrid.
Latest reports
- Unknown or other
“I own a 2021 Kia Niro. The rear backup camera intermittently fails to operate. When shifting into reverse, the display screen will either go completely black or the camera will not activate at all.”
- Power train
“This is a hybrid vehicle. It has Dual clutch transmission. Since I have owned it, intermittently the clutch does not disengage completely. This causes the vehicle to try to pull ahead but my foot is on the brake.”
- Power train
“EV motor and drive train have a clattering noise, much like a playing card attached to a bicycle clattering against the wheel spokes. it speeds up and slows down with the acceleration of the motor.”
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2021 Kia Niro recall questions
How many recalls does the 2021 Kia Niro have?
NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns for the 2021 Kia Niro. The most recent, 25V426000 (reported June 20, 2025), concerns back over prevention. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What is the most common complaint about the 2021 Kia Niro?
Power train is the most-reported component, named in 4 complaints out of 12 filed with NHTSA (33%). Across all complaints, owners reported 1 crash and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2021 Kia Niro?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Kia recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Kia dealer.
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