Kia Ireland recalls certain Kia model vehicles
Kia Ireland is recalling certain Kia Niro EV and Kia PV5 model vehicles due to safety concerns. The Niro EV may have undetected micro shorts in the battery that can lead to overheating and potential thermal incidents, while the PV5 may have uneven material that could increase injury to pedestrians in an impact. A total of 299 vehicles are affected in the Republic of Ireland.
- Brand
- Kia
- Batch codes
- produced between 19 May 2020 to 18 March 2022, produced between 08 September 2025 to 02 February 2026
- What to do
- Kia Ireland will contact all affected customers to advise of further steps.
Recall campaign next steps
Kia Ireland will contact all affected customers to advise of further steps.
If you believe your vehicle may be impacted by any of the recall(s) below, Kia Ireland Customer Care may be contacted at (01) 649 7458.
Kia Ireland recalls certain Kia model vehicles
28 July 2026
Kia Ireland is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Kia Niro EV model vehicles.
Due to insufficient detection capability in the current BMS (Battery Management System) diagnostic logic, micro shorts between battery cells may remain unrecognized. Such undetected micro shorts can lead to cell overheating, which in rare cases may escalate into a thermal incident with possible open flame while the vehicle is parked or charging.
There are 147 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 19 May 2020 to 18 March 2022 .
Kia Ireland recalls certain Kia model vehicles
17 July 2026
Kia Ireland is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Kia PV5 model vehicles.
Changes in production led to uneven material and strength in some areas to improve the hood’s outer appearance. Due to this, in case the vehicle impacts a pedestrian, there is a potential increase in the level of injury to pedestrians.
There are 152 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 08 September 2025 to 02 February 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Is Kia being recalled in Ireland?
Yes. Kia Ireland is recalling certain Kia Niro EV and Kia PV5 model vehicles due to safety concerns. The Niro EV may have undetected micro shorts in the battery that can lead to overheating and potential thermal incidents, while the PV5 may have uneven material that could increase injury to pedestrians in an impact. A total of 299 vehicles are affected in the Republic of Ireland.
Why is Kia being recalled?
The recall relates to a fire / burn hazard. Kia Ireland is recalling certain Kia Niro EV and Kia PV5 model vehicles due to safety concerns. The Niro EV may have undetected micro shorts in the battery that can lead to overheating and potential thermal incidents, while the PV5 may have uneven material that could increase injury to pedestrians in an impact. A total of 299 vehicles are affected in the Republic of Ireland.
What should I do if I have this product?
Kia Ireland will contact all affected customers to advise of further steps.
Which batches of Kia are affected?
The affected batch codes are: produced between 19 May 2020 to 18 March 2022, produced between 08 September 2025 to 02 February 2026.
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