[Recalled] Niro — The contact area of the female-female (F-F) plug connector, of the high-voltage… | EU Safety Gate 2025-05-23
Regulators flagged this product in an official safety action. Here is what the notice says and what it means for owners.
Recall details
| Product | Niro |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | Kia |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Issuing authority | RAPEX |
| Reference | SR/01869/25 |
| Country of notice | Germany |
| Risk level | Serious risk |
| Hazard type | Fire, Injuries |
| Notice date | 23 May 2025 |
Why it was recalled
According to the RAPEX notice, the identified hazard is: The contact area of the female-female (F-F) plug connector, of the high-voltage battery safety plug can develop over time high electrical resistance and consequently overheat and melt. This may lead to a loss of propulsion or a fire.
This Serious risk recall concerns Motor vehicles products distributed in Germany and was recorded by RAPEX. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
Stop using the product immediately and follow the authority's remedy (return, repair, or disposal).
Read the full official notice →
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This page indexes a public government recall notice for reference. We do not sell or verify this product; always confirm the current status on the authority's official site.
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