2023 Kia Niro Ev | 2024 Kia Ev9 — Power train: driveline: differential unit
Published April 16, 2024 · Recall initiated: April 16, 2024
Summary
NHTSA records recall 24V271000, published April 16, 2024. Recalling firm: Kia America, Inc.; 2023 Kia Niro Ev | 2024 Kia Ev9 — Power train: driveline: differential unit.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- KIA
- Model
- NIRO EV
- Manufacturer
- Kia America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2023 KIA NIRO EV | 2024 KIA EV9
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2023 Kia Niro Ev | 2024 Kia Ev9 — Power train: driveline: differential unit recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 24V271000 on April 16, 2024. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: KIA. Model: NIRO EV.