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Kia Niro: safety ratings, MPG, and recalls

Year-by-year NHTSA safety ratings, EPA fuel economy, recall history, and complaint counts for the Kia Niro.

92
CarCabin Score
Strong
40
Safety
/ 40
25
Fuel
/ 25
13
Rel.
/ 20
15
Rec.
/ 15
Year:2026202520242023202220212020201920182017
Safety (overall)
NHTSA NCAP
Combined MPG
49
Regular Gasoline
Recalls (year)
0
0 across all years
Complaints (year)
36
83 across all years

Safety rating breakdown (2023)

NHTSA NCAP star ratings across categories.

Fuel economy by year

EPA city, highway, and combined MPG by model year.

Owner complaint summary (2023)

Top component categories

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM10
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER8
  • POWER TRAIN5
  • AIR BAGS4
  • SERVICE BRAKES2

Severe outcomes reported

  • Crash-involved complaints8
  • Fire-involved complaints0
  • Injuries reported6

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Counts are consumer self-reports and may not be verified.

EPA fuel economy detail (2023)

City MPG
53
Highway MPG
45
Annual fuel cost
$1,200
CO2 (g/mi)
181

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FAQ

What is the CarCabin Score for the 2023 Kia Niro?+
92 out of 100 for 2023. The score combines NHTSA safety stars (5), EPA combined MPG (49), recall count (0), and complaint count (36). See the methodology page for the formula.
How many recalls has the Kia Niro had?+
Across all model years indexed (2015 onward), NHTSA shows 0 Kia Niro recall campaigns. Severity is inferred from campaign text and shown on the recall timeline above.
Where can I verify recall status for my specific vehicle?+
Always verify recall status with your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The CarCabin profile is a summary; only NHTSA can tell you whether a campaign applies to your specific vehicle and whether the remedy has been performed.

Sources. NHTSA NCAP (safety), NHTSA Recalls API, NHTSA Complaints API, EPA Fuel Economy dataset. CarCabin Score formula at /methodology.

Disclaimer. CarCabin is not a dealer, mechanic, or automotive advisor. Always verify recall status at nhtsa.gov/recalls with your VIN and have a qualified mechanic inspect any vehicle before purchase.