Automaker Kia America is recalling more than 80,000 vehicles due to floor wiring beneath the front passenger seat that can become damaged and prevent airbags and seat belts from deploying properly.

Key safety features may not work as intended due to a wiring problem2024 Kia Niro PHEVBy Keith BarryKia is recalling more than 80,000 Niro EVs, plug-in hybrid EVs (PHEVs), and hybrid vehicles

Kia will notify affected customers by mail starting March 14. Owners seeking more information can contact Kia’s customer service or reference recall number SC332.

Kia is recalling more than 82,200 examples of its hybrid, plug-in hybrid and fully electric Niro compact SUV over an issue with the front passenger airbag.

Kia has issued a recall for 80,225 Niro models in the United States due to a potential wiring issue under the front passenger seat.The issue could compromise airbag functionality and seatbelt pretensioner operation,

Automaker Kia issued a recall for more than 80,000 of its newer vehicles for an issue that could prevent airbags and seat belts from deploying properly.

Kia America, Inc. has announced a recall of more than 80,000 Kia vehicles due to improper floor wiring that may affect the vehicle's airbag deployment.

Kia America has issued a recall affecting over 80,000 vehicles due to a wiring issue that could prevent airbags and seat belts

Documents posted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration say the recall is necessary because the wiring can become damaged, preventing airbags and seat belts from deploying as intended.

Kia America, Inc. has announced a recall affecting specific models of their vehicles due to potential issues with air bag and seat belt deployment. The recall, identified by NHTSA Campaign Number 25V024000,