Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022-2024 EV6 and 2024 EV9 vehicles. The high voltage battery cells may contain misaligned electrodes, which can lead to a fire while parked or driving.
2022-2025 · 4 model years
Kia EV6 Problems by year
Owners have filed 554 complaints about the Kia EV6 across 4 model years, and it has 5 recalls. The 2022 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (280). The most reported problem area is the electrical system, followed by the fuel system.
- Complaints
- 554
- Recalls
- 5
- Crashes
- 20
- Fires
- 3
- Injuries
- 9
- Deaths
- 1
EV6 complaints by model year
Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.
Most common EV6 problems
Kia EV6 recalls 5
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022-2024 EV6 vehicles. The Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) may become damaged and stop charging the 12-volt battery, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022-2024 EV6 vehicles. The Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) may become damaged and stop charging the 12-Volt battery, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Niro EV and 2023 EV6 vehicles. One of the drive shafts may have been improperly heat-treated, allowing it to break under load and resulting in a loss of drive power.
Kia Motor America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 EV6 vehicles. A software error in the Shifter Control Unit (SCU) may disengage the parking mechanism, which can allow the vehicle to rollaway.
Latest EV6 complaints
The ICCU failed. I wasn't able to charge using an AC charger. When I plugged in an AC charger, it tripped the breaker. The dealer replaced it under warranty.
While driving my 2022 Kia EV6 VIN:[[redacted]] my instrument panel screen started to flicker and then within 10 minutes it went completely blank. As a result I was not able to see my speed or battery level creating a safety hazard. I noticed online that this seems to be the same component recalled in newer modes Kias (SC361). INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
On [redacted], I brought my Kia EV6 to an authorized Kia dealership in [[redacted]], for outstanding safety recalls and a tire that was consistently losing air pressure. My vehicle remained at the dealership for 51 days and was not returned until [redacted]. Approximately three weeks into the repair, the dealership informed me that the airbag system was too complex for its technicians to complete without additional technical assistance. Despite the extended repair period, my vehicle was returned with several...
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concerning conditions. First, items previously stored in the center console had been removed and left on the passenger seat. The following day, while retrieving my phone from beside the seat, I struck my finger against a hard, protruding component. Upon inspection, I discovered that part of the center armrest/console assembly was improperly secured and sticking out, creating a potential injury hazard. Additionally, unidentified loose screws and hardware were left inside the vehicle. Their origin is unknown, raising concerns that components removed during the repair may not have been properly reinstalled. Because the vehicle underwent airbag-related repairs, I am concerned about the integrity of the completed work and whether all safety systems were properly inspected. Furthermore, the dashboard displayed a "Check Tire Pressure Monitoring System" warning shortly after the vehicle was returned. The original tire pressure concern may remain unresolved. I am requesting that NHTSA document and review these safety concerns, including the airbag-related repair, improper interior reassembly, unidentified hardware, and recurring tire pressure monitoring warning. I am concerned that the vehicle was returned without adequate safety and quality-control verification. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
My 2023 Kia EV6 was subject to recall SC327 (NHTSA 24V-867, ICCU); the recall remedy on Nov 19, 2024 was an inspection and software update only. After the remedy, the car repeatedly lost all 12-volt power (Feb 2025 and Apr 2025). Each time, the dealer said it could not find the cause - its hands were tied, it said, because Kia corporate required a diagnostic code and some codes did not yet exist for a car this new - and it repeatedly replaced parts, including the 12V battery twice and the battery sensor, to "hope...
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for the best." On May 12, 2026, while driving about 25 mph, I heard a loud pop/bang from under the car, an electrical warning appeared, the vehicle lost power and stopped in traffic, and would not shift out of Park or move. The dealer found the high-voltage box exploded, all high-voltage fuses blown including the 500-amp fuse, the power relay assembly shorted, and connectors damaged by heat; about $16,324 of high-voltage components were replaced under warranty. The dealer and Kia engineering could not determine the cause; the service advisor wrote on July 22, 2026: "We do not have a smoking gun as to what caused all of this... anything is all a guess." On Oct 17, 2026 I found the car completely dead again at the dealership, and it has continued to show electrical faults. After I retrieved the car on Oct 26, 2026, it developed further electrical faults, which I reported to the dealership in writing, including the mirror and remote start failing, false door-unlocked warnings while driving, and two occasions when the car stalled and then recovered. On Nov 2, 2026, the car displayed a charging fault and would not charge at all; the dealership's general manager advised me in writing to discontinue charging attempts until the vehicle is evaluated. The dealership has repeatedly declined to state that the vehicle is safe to drive. I am concerned the vehicle is unsafe and that the recall remedy has not corrected the defect.
Vehicle failed to start and a jump is required to start the vehicle for the first time on 10/6/2026. This has now happened numerous times and at times when the vehicle's power train batteries are charged. An small portable charging device has been purchased to jump the vehicle which eliminates the need to call for roadside assistance. Roadside assistance has take over 2 hour to response. An error on the dash indicated the 12 Volt battery has lost charge. There is a red circle message displayed on the dash. The vehicle was taken to Batteries Plus and a battery and alternator test. No problems were noted. The vehicle is scheduled for a dealer inspection on 10/22/2026.
1-Noise when REGEN is active- at any REGEN settings and getting louder overtime. 2-Burn smell at times at random (unsure if its from other vehicles) 3-Got "Check Charging system" light came on and hesitated to move from a complete stop -Battery level was 35% when light came ON. Happened at low speed or at a stop 4-Foward collision not engaging (few closed call ) low speed on bumper to bumper traffic -Audible warning only- no breaking -Weather not a factor, windshield cleaned, daylight, -Issue not...
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present when cruse control is active at freeway speeds -Does break automatically on reverse 5- 11FOZ03 - Recall noted on service documentation. 6- No over the air firmware pushed to vehicle Vehicle currently Dealer, Car has been there since 10/19. Car lost complete power while dealer technician was driving for testing. Updates from dealer is that KIA is still diagnosing the electrical issue.
Questions about the Kia EV6
Which Kia EV6 years have the most problems?
What are the most common Kia EV6 problems?
Across every model year, owners report problems with the electrical system (415), fuel system (98), transmission & drivetrain (97) most often.
How many recalls does the Kia EV6 have?
NHTSA lists 5 recalls across all Kia EV6 model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data