Known Recalls

Recall campaign · NHTSA 24V271000

Power train: driveline: differential unit

Kia America, Inc. filed this campaign with NHTSA on 2024-04-16.

Recall campaignNHTSA 24V271000

Power train: driveline: differential unit

Component
Power train: driveline: differential unit
Manufacturer
Kia America, Inc.
Vehicles affected
8
Reported to NHTSA
2024-04-16
Owners notified
2024-05-17

Defect description

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Niro EV and 2024 EV9 vehicles. The differential gear bolts in the gear drive unit may not be tightened properly, which can result in a loss of drive power or cause the differential to lock up.

Safety risk

A loss of drive power or differential lock up can increase the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will replace the gear drive unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 17, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC308.

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.

Scope of coverage

2 model years across 2 models.

ModelYears on record
Kia EV92024
Kia Niro EV2023

Safety recall repairs are provided free of charge by franchised dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. This page displays aggregated data for the model year. To check recall status for a specific vehicle, search its VIN at nhtsa.gov.