Does the 2022 Kia Niro Phev have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2022 Kia Niro Phev, the most recent reported on July 31, 2023 (Power train: automatic transmission, internal, clutches/bands, actuators/solenoids). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Kia Niro Phev?

Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (6 complaints), followed by electrical system (3).

How many 2022 Kia Niro Phev complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 12 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2022 Kia Niro Phev recalls and problems

1 recall and 12 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2022 Kia Niro Phev.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2022 Kia Niro Phev recalls

Power train: automatic transmission, internal, clutches/bands, actuators/solenoids

NHTSA campaign 23V534000 · reported July 31, 2023 · Kia America, Inc. · 121,411 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Niro and 2018-2022 Niro Plug-in Hybrid vehicles. Fluid may leak into the printed circuit board inside the hydraulic clutch actuator, which can result in an engine compartment fire.
The risk: A fire increases the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the hydraulic clutch actuator as necessary and install a new fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 29, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC276.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Power train6
Electrical system3
Visibility/wiper3
Unknown or other2
Engine1
Service brakes1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Oct 1, 2025 · Power train
Transmission overheat due to clutch inactivity

Sep 9, 2025 · Electrical system
When I got to work one day I turned off my vehicle and went about my regular day until I went to go home and my car was dead. The entire electrical system wasn’t working. No lights on the dashboard or in the vehicle when I opened the door. We went to jump it with the instructions from the owner’s manual. We finally…

Dec 28, 2023 · Power train
The contact owns a 2022 Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V534000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was…

Dec 20, 2023 · Power train
The contact owns a 2022 Kia Niro. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V534000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of…

Dec 4, 2023 · Power train · 10,500 miles
The contact owns a 2022 Kia Niro. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there were exhaust fumes inside the vehicle. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the…

Niro Phev model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes
2019	1	26	0
2020	1	5	0
2021	1	1	0
2022	1	12	0
2023	2	6	0
2024	1	3	2
2025	1	2	0

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Questions

Does the 2022 Kia Niro Phev have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2022 Kia Niro Phev, the most recent reported on July 31, 2023 (Power train: automatic transmission, internal, clutches/bands, actuators/solenoids). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Kia Niro Phev?: Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (6 complaints), followed by electrical system (3).
How many 2022 Kia Niro Phev complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 12 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 1, 2025.