Kia EV9 Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Kia EV9 model year (2024–2026) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Kia EV9 Years to Avoid
2 recalls · 174 complaints
Top issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 180
1 recall · 7 complaints
Top issue: POWER TRAIN
Problem score: 10
0 recalls · 8 complaints
Top issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 8
Best Kia EV9 Years to Buy
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Kia EV9 — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 8 | — | — | 8 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 1 | 7 | — | — | 10 | Excellent |
| 2024 | 2 | 174 | — | — | 180 | Avoid |
All 3 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Kia EV9 Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2026Recent EV9 models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. The 2026 stands out with just 8 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year EV9 should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2024 Kia EV9 if possible. It has 2 recalls, 174 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 180 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year EV9 to buy?+
Review the "Best Years" section above for the top-rated EV9 model years.
Which EV9 has the fewest problems?+
Use the year-by-year table on this page to find the EV9 model years with the lowest problem scores.
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