80K Kia Niro vehicles recalled over air bag issue

Kia recalls more than 80,000 U.S. autos due to improper air bag deployment and improper wiring
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.
80K Kia vehicles recalled due to faulty air bag deployment, wiring concerns
An issue with the floor wiring beneath the front passenger seat of several Kia models has led to the recall of roughly 80,000 vehicles, according to the Associated Press. The recall impacts certain 2023-2025 Niro EV, Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV), and Hybrid vehicles.
Kia recalls over 80,000 Niro vehicles for airbag issue
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.
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Seatbelt, airbag concerns behind Kia recall of 80,000+ Niro SUVs
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Kia Recalls Over 80,000 Niro Models in the U.S. for Wiring Issue
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,
Kia recalls 80,000 vehicles for issue that may prevent airbags from deploying
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 recalls more than 80,000 electric, hybrid vehicles over due to wiring that could impact airbags
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 recalls more than 80,000 vehicles over airbag and seat belt issue
Kia is recalling more than 80,000 of its Niro vehicles over an issue that could prevent their seat belts and airbags from functioning properly, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Kia Niro Seats Could Damage Wiring And Trigger Airbags On 80,000 Cars
More than 80,000 Kia Niro models are being recalled in the United States because of vulnerable wires that could be damaged, impacting how the airbags deploy and the operation of the seatbelt pretensioner. For a brand as well versed as Kia at making solid cars, the issue does seem like a bizarre oversight.
Kia Recalls 80K Niros over Airbags, Seatbelts That Might Not Work
The recall affects certain 2023–2025 Niros and pertains to under-seat wiring that can be damaged, disabling the front passenger-side airbag and seatbelt.
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