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Kia Recalls Over 80,000 Electric and Hybrid Vehicles Due to Airbag and Seat Belt Issues

Kia Recalls Electric and Hybrid Vehicles Due to Airbag and Seat Belt Issues

Kia Niro (2023-2025)

Kia Niro EV (2023-2025)

Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid (2023-2025)

The issue stems from the floor wiring assembly beneath the front passenger seat, which may become damaged. This damage could prevent the front airbags and seat belts from deploying properly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Kia will notify affected vehicle owners in March and instruct them to take their vehicles to their nearest dealership for a free inspection and repair. The dealership will inspect the floor wiring assembly and replace or reroute it as necessary.

This recall follows another Kia recall last year, which involved nearly 63,000 EV6 vehicles from 2022 to 2024. That recall addressed a problem that could cause the loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

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12 Comments

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BuggaBoom

At least they're being upfront about the risks.

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Noir Black

It's better to be safe than sorry. Kia is doing the right thing.

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Loubianka

This is getting ridiculous. How many recalls is this now? I'm starting to regret buying a Kia.

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BuggaBoom

🤦‍♀️Another Kia recall?! Just bought a Niro and now I'm worried.

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Michelangelo

This shows that Kia takes safety seriously.

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Leonardo

😠😠😠 Kia needs to get their act together! This is unacceptable.

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Raphael

Good job, Kia, for taking swift action.

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Habibi

Appreciate Kia's commitment to safety.

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Bella Ciao

Thanks, Kia, for prioritizing our safety. We appreciate it.

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Muchacha

This recall is a joke. Kia is incompetent.

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Habibi

So glad I didn't buy a Kia. This is why I stick with Toyota.

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Comandante

🤦‍♀️Seriously considering selling my Niro. Don't want to risk my safety.

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