Question 1

Is the Kia NIRO EV reliable?

Accepted Answer

The Kia NIRO EV has 133 total NHTSA complaints across 5 model years. The most reliable years are 2024 (8 complaints), 2019 (24 complaints). Years to avoid: 2022 (45 complaints).

Question 2

What years of the Kia NIRO EV should I avoid?

Accepted Answer

Avoid the 2022 Kia NIRO EV. The 2022 model has the most complaints (45) with the top issue being OTHER.

Question 3

What is the best year for the Kia NIRO EV?

Accepted Answer

The best years for the Kia NIRO EV are 2024 (8 complaints), 2019 (24 complaints). These years have the fewest reported issues to NHTSA.

Year	Complaints	Top Issue	Verdict
2024	8	I picked up this car on 12/30/2023. On 1/10/2024, ...	Excellent Reliability
2023	30	The car continues to not be able to charge at home...	Average
2022	45	This complaint is about a vehicle design and imple...	Below Average
2020	26	VOLUME ON VESS AND BACKUP ALERT SYSTEM GREATLY EXC...	Average
2019	24	TL* THE CONTACT LEASED A 2019 KIA NIRO. THE CONTAC...	Above Average

Kia NIRO EV — All Years

Kia NIRO EV — NHTSA Complaints by Year

Best Years to Buy

Years to Avoid