Kia Niro: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 88,474 Kia Niro cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 2016 and 2026.
In a sample of 388 cars, 34% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, less often than average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is tyre pressure incorrect (8.2% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 7 recalls for this model; 5.5% of registered cars still have an open recall.
1.1% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 8.2% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 7% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 6.7% |
| Tyre damaged | 4.9% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 4.4% |
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 2.8% |
| Tyre pressures on one axle unequal | 1.5% |
| Covered component not assessed | 1% |
| Front fog light incorrectly aimed | 1% |
| Wheel bearing wear/damage audible or noticeable | 0.8% |
Share of 388 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 7% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 88,474 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 5.5% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 1.1% |
| Used as a taxi | 2.4% |
| First registered | 2016 to 2026 |
All Kia Niro passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-09 | electrical system | serious | 1,932 |
| 2025-01-08 | electrical system | serious | 31,528 |
| 2024-06-20 | transmission and drivetrain | serious | 6 |
| 2024-03-19 | transmission and drivetrain | – | 91 |
| 2020-05-27 | towbar and trailer coupling | serious | 233 |
| 2019-05-13 | electrical system | serious | 5,712 |
| 2018-07-04 | transmission and drivetrain | – | 5,563 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the Kia Niro fail the APK?
In a sample of 388 cars first registered 2012–2021, 34% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Kia Niro?
The most common APK defects are: tyre pressure incorrect (8.2%), dipped beam incorrectly aimed (7%), tyre tread depth insufficient (6.7%).
Does the Kia Niro have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 7 recalls. 5.5% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
Other Kia models
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Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.