2024 Kia EV6
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 277 |
| 2023 | 136 |
| 2024 | 74 |
| 2025 | 53 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
70% of complaints: electrical system — 52 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing accessory.
FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
There are alot of electrical malfunctions including unnecessary and without warning emergency breaking that has injured me ( I temporarily have a rental car to recover from a right thoracic sprain, left hip contusion, and a right anterior chest...
NHTSA ODI report, 20240329
Also filed under FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE and STRUCTURE
My 2024 Kia EV6 is experiencing a total failure of the 12V charging system and requires manual jumpstarts to operate.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260908
Also filed under FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Car was totally dead even with a 68% charge. AAA came out to jump start. The next day while driving on the highway the car started to lose power. A red warning to check the electrical system came on along with "turtle mode".
NHTSA ODI report, 20260720
22% of complaints: power train — 16 distinct reports on file.
INJURY20% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 15 distinct reports on file.
8% of complaints: engine — 6 distinct reports on file.
8% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.
CRASH INJURYSAFETY TIMELINE
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.
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 are expected to be mailed April 29, 2024.
Campaign 24V200000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
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 were mailed December 13, 2024.
Campaign 24V867000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures and limit their charge to a maximum of 80% until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the high voltage battery system assembly, free of charge.
Campaign 26V431000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2024 Kia EV6 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (52 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (16 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 26V431000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V200000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V867000 (electrical system) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2024 Kia EV6 reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Kia EV6?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 70% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2024 Kia EV6 have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.