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Kia EV6 Recalls — All NHTSA Recall Campaigns

4 recall campaigns on record across 2 model years of the Kia EV6. Data sourced directly from NHTSA and updated daily.

4
Recall Campaigns
390
Owner Complaints
5
Reported Injuries
3
Reported Deaths
2 affected model years14 crash-involved complaintsMost recalled year: 2022

Affected Model Years

R = recalls · C = complaints. Click a year to see the full problems report.

Recall Breakdown by Component Category

Electrical2 campaigns (50%)
Brakes1 campaign (25%)
Transmission1 campaign (25%)

Most Common Owner Complaint Areas — Kia EV6

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
186
POWER TRAIN
52
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
42
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
30
ENGINE
15
SERVICE BRAKES
13
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
7
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
7
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
5
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
4

Based on 390 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years. 3 deaths and 5 injuries reported.

All Kia EV6 Recall Campaigns

#22V3220002022 Kia EV6Brakes
Issued: Nov 5, 2022

PARKING BRAKE:ELECTRICAL:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

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.

Risk: Vehicle rollaway can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy: Drivers are recommended to park their vehicles on level ground and avoid parking on a slope/inclined surface whenever possible until the remedy has been performed. Dealers will update the Shifter Con

#24V2000002022 Kia EV6Electrical
Issued: Invalid Date

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

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.

Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the ICCU and its fuse, as necessary. In addition, dealers will update the ICCU software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters ar

#24V8670002022 Kia EV6Electrical
Issued: Invalid Date

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

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.

Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the ICCU and its fuse, as necessary. In addition, dealers will update the ICCU software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters we

#24V0570002023 Kia EV6Transmission
Issued: Invalid Date

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

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.

Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the drive shaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall

Recalls by Component

1Brakes Recalls

#22V322000MY 2022

PARKING BRAKE:ELECTRICAL:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

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

2Electrical Recalls

#24V200000MY 2022

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

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 ca

#24V867000MY 2022

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

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 ca

Kia EV6 Recall — Frequently Asked Questions

How many recalls does the Kia EV6 have?
The Kia EV6 has 4 recall campaigns in the NHTSA database, spanning model years 2022 through 2023.
Is my EV6 under recall?
Recall applicability depends on your specific VIN — not just the model year. Some recalls cover only certain production date ranges or trim levels. Enter your 17-digit VIN at VinCheckEngine or NHTSA.gov for an exact answer.
What is the most recalled EV6 year?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2022 Kia EV6 has the highest recall campaign count (3 campaigns). However, the total count of campaigns is not the same as the number of defects — some campaigns are issued as expansions of earlier recalls.
Does a EV6 recall mean my car is unsafe to drive?
Not necessarily. Recalls range from critical safety hazards — where NHTSA advises against driving — to minor inconveniences like a label error. Check the consequence field of each recall to understand the severity. If your specific VIN is subject to an open recall, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Who pays for recall repairs on a EV6?
The manufacturer is legally required to pay for all recall repairs under the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer, regardless of whether you are the original owner or whether the vehicle is out of warranty.

Check Your Specific Kia EV6 for Open Recalls

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