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NHTSARecalled Jan 31, 2024 · #24V057000

Loss of Drive Power from Faulty Driveshaft

Hazard

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Description

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Niro EV and 2023 EV6 vehicles. One of the drive shafts may have been improperly heat-treated, allowing it to break under load and resulting in a loss of drive power. A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
Loss of Drive Power from Faulty Driveshaft
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Kia America, Inc.
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Dealers will replace the drive shaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC295.

View the official CPSC notice