Before buying a used 2019 Kia Niro, check whether recall repairs were completed, how it scored in crash tests and what owners report most often. Ask the seller for service records covering any recall listed below.
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NHTSA hasn't published 5-star ratings for this model year.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program.
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.
Remedy: 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.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. Canadian-market vehicles can have different recalls — check Transport Canada's recall database. Always confirm recall status for a specific VIN with a dealer.
No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model year.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints. Complaints are unverified reports, not confirmed defects.
| Version | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| Niro — Auto (AM6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 4.6 L/100 km (51 mpg) | 5.1 L/100 km (46 mpg) | 4.8 L/100 km (49 mpg) |
| Niro Electric — Auto (A1)Range 385 km / 239 mi | 123 MPGe | 102 MPGe | 112 MPGe |
| Niro FE — Auto (AM6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 4.5 L/100 km (52 mpg) | 4.8 L/100 km (49 mpg) | 4.7 L/100 km (50 mpg) |
| Niro Plug-in Hybrid — Auto (AM6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 4.9 L/100 km (48 mpg) | 5.3 L/100 km (44 mpg) | 5.1 L/100 km (46 mpg) |
Source: U.S. EPA / fueleconomy.gov. Converted to L/100 km for Canadian buyers.