Kia is recalling 80,255 of its 2023-2025 Niro EV, Plug-in Hybrid, and Hybrid vehicles because the air bags and seat belts may not work properly.

Kia has issued a safety recall impacting the Niro, the Niro EV and the Niro plug-in models built between 2023 and 2025. Kia said owners will be notified if they need to make repairs.

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.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued multiple recalls last week, including notices for over 270,000 Ford Broncos and Mavericks over a potential battery issue.

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 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.

The Kia recall covers 80,255 2023 to 2025 vehicles. 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.

Kia is recalling more than 80,000 vehicles in the United States because of a possible issue with seatbelts and airbags, according to documents filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.