2023 KIA EV6

3 recalls, 204 complaints - 63 TSBs - 5/5 safety rating

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:MODULE:SOFTWARE

Defect Description

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.

Consequence

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 were mailed December 13, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's numb... Read more

62,872 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.

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

Defect Description

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.

Consequence

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 are expected to be mailed April 29, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. ... Read more

48,232 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

Defect Description

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.

Consequence

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 is SC295.

1,243 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.

Complaint Statistics

204 total complaints 9 crashes 3 fires 6 injuries

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
POWER TRAIN	30
ENGINE	26
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	23
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	20
STEERING	16
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM	15
SERVICE BRAKES	8
EXTERIOR LIGHTING	6
SUSPENSION	4
VISIBILITY/WIPER	4

Incident date: Jun 10, 2026

ICCU failed and replaced under warranty

Incident date: Apr 27, 2026

First ICCU the power completely went out on 2/23/26. Power went out again April, 2026. Currently car is immobile and unreliable and not safe for driving due to power failures. Towed car to Kia Cerritos. Car supposedly "fixed" (with other issues I've reported to KIA of America & CA BAR/DMV) Currently... Read more

Incident date: Apr 27, 2026

Incident date: May 14, 2026

Moisture build-up in the high-voltage electrical system through a faulty seal on the charging socket, which can cause a short circuit and significantly increase the risk of a vehicle fire. If you get a warning light saying "electrical system: fault," you should stop driving immediately, park outdoor... Read more

Incident date: May 14, 2026

ICCU failure, a well known issue with these cars.

Incident date: May 14, 2026

ICCU failure, a well known issue with these cars.

Incident date: May 14, 2026

Our 2012 Ford F-150 truck had no issues and no dashboard lights when it randomly downshifted while driving and almost caused an accident. On Sat, May 9, 2026, my husband pulled onto the road and got up to 40 mph when the speedometer stopped working and the truck randomly downshifted. The car behin... Read more

Incident date: May 14, 2026

Iccu failure with Kia ev6. Unreal that this car has not had a recall yet. It is totally unacceptable that this car can at any time fail. Car will not start and shut down while I was driving. Luckily I was beginning to park when it happened

Incident date: May 5, 2026

Driving on straight road going speed limit. Heard a pop behind me like a tire pop. Car fish tailed uncontrollably and ended up crashing into a Ranch Fence on the right side of the road. 2 of my kids and myself had injuries. When we got off the vehicle witnesses and I saw A rear link broken which kee... Read more

Crash 3 injured

Incident date: May 5, 2026

While cruising at 36mph, we decided to initiate the cruise control. Upon reaching a slow-down traffic ahead, the brakes were applied to slow the vehicle, however the cruise control did not disengage and the brakes did not stop the vehicle. The brakes were pressed three times and still the car could ... Read more

Incident date: Apr 14, 2026

Poor quality hydraulic roller lifer arm failure caused a frown rod and a hole in the engine block

Incident date: Apr 14, 2026

The contact owns a 2021 BMW X3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V636000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the ma... Read more

Incident date: Mar 16, 2026

The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that while driving at 60–65 MPH, the contact's vehicle crashed into the passenger's side of an oncoming vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. In addition, the contact stated that it was a very hard impact on an older model vehicle. The ... Read more

Crash 1 injured

Incident date: Jul 5, 2025

Recall appointment was set with Ken Ganley Kia auto iNew Port Richey , FL. It was set for two weeks out. They told us what the recall was before we got there. They didn’t order the part to fix it. Now It’s been since March 23rd and we have never heard from them. I feel they’ve had ample opport... Read more

Incident date: Jul 5, 2025

while driving at highway speeds the transmission has shited gears causing the truck to hesitate, and stuble hunting for gears. This truck has the same 6r80 transmission that is being recalled in 2015-2017 modles. Please have this modle year include.

Incident date: Jul 5, 2025

Incident date: Mar 4, 2026

While driving home from work on March 13, 2026, the alternator in my 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee (3.0L EcoDiesel) failed, resulting in a progressive loss of electrical power. As battery voltage dropped, the vehicle entered “limp mode.” When I was aproximatly 1 mile from my home when I was forced to... Read more

Incident date: Mar 4, 2026

Incident date: Apr 17, 2026

My vehicle sustained a flat tire after driving. I was able to make it home safely. Vehicle was taken to dealer who found no evidence of a nail. This is the second incident. The first incident occurred while I was driving but thankfully I Was able to pull into a gas station. After research I found ou... Read more

Incident date: Mar 11, 2026

I almost pulled out in front of oncoming traffic because I did not see the traffic, it was in a blind spot. The exterior left and right rear view mirrors are so large they block visibility from the left and right oncoming traffic at an intersection. They create blind spots for oncoming traffic putt... Read more

Incident date: Mar 11, 2026

When driving vehicle there is a loud thumping sound coming from the back end of car and when driving through unstable terrain you could actually hear it more.

Incident date: Mar 11, 2026

Sudden loss of tire pressure on interstate highway in heavy traffic at 70 miles per hour. This created a safety hazard to control the car and try to move to the shoulder of the road without a collision. The tires are factory 245/35/R20 Continental ProContact with 8/32 tread remaining. Tires have 13... Read more

Incident date: Mar 20, 2026

Shortly after my second time getting the battery looked at for the 4XE recall my vehicle was very sluggish from a stopped position with the pedal fully pressed. After 5-10 seconds the vehicle lunges forward aggressively as it goes from electric to gas mode

Incident date: Feb 14, 2026

REAR WHEEL LOCKUP: While driving down the highway pulling a loaded trailer the rear wheels locked up, GM has an open recall on 2020-2022 models but denies its an issue with the 2024 model, my dealership pushed a “software update” but that does not fix the faulty transmission valve body issue, i... Read more

Incident date: Feb 14, 2026

I was traveling on the I70 West around the 210 mile marker. I was in the passing lane at high speed when the vehicle without warning switched itself off. The dash showed the “press start” warning, but the vehicle would not restart. I was fortunate that I was around 1/2 a mile from a rest stop ar... Read more

Incident date: Feb 14, 2026

Vehicle: 2020 Subaru Outback Onyx/Limited/Touring XT (2.4L Turbo FA24) Component: Engine Lubrication / Oil Pan Sealant I am reporting a manufacturing defect involving the engine oil pan seal on the 2020 Subaru Outback 2.4L Turbo. Upon inspection of fluid accumulation at the transmission joint, a Su... Read more

Incident date: Mar 13, 2026

I filled up my gas tank and a couple minutes later experienced shuddering while parked so I decided to turn the vehicle off and turn it back on but it struggles to turn back on. I then drove back home and as I was driving the acceleration was going up and down and then to 0. As i stopped on a red li... Read more

Incident date: Feb 9, 2026

2019 GMC Youkon with 94,659 miles. I am the second owner of this vehicle. I purchased it used in February 2025. Check engine light came on in route to work on March 5, 2026. Immediately took vehicle to Auto Zone to scan for codes. Multiple codes were returned. I drove it directly to a repair sho... Read more

Incident date: Mar 12, 2026

OTA update is never available on stated timelines. Requires going to the dealership to get updates.

Incident date: Mar 12, 2026

This car has had so many issues in the 2 years that i have had it. Blown head gaskets, hard shifting, cruise control getting stuck in a high gear and not shifting. When fixing the head gasket it was apparent that it wasnt the first time being fixed. For such a nice vehicle it has way too many proble... Read more

Incident date: Nov 19, 2025

Shift to park error on dashboard When turning the car off and it is in park, the car does not register that it is in park and continues to run electronics in the car. Causing the car to show the error on the dashboard. This runs the battery down and car may jump out of park and roll. Asked dealer t... Read more

Incident date: Apr 14, 2025

The CP4 pump in my truck exploded sending metal fragments through the fuel system. I was going 55 mph, it went into low engine power mode and then turned off leaving me stranded on the side on an interstate. This is a known issue with this model. There were no warning lamps, messages or symptoms pri... Read more

Incident date: Feb 21, 2026

Drivers side door does not unlock in cold temperatures (physical key, fob button, keypad, and handle lock do not work).To unlock I have to enter through the passenger side door and use the interior handle. Seems to be an ongoing issue and there are "recalls/TSB" for the same issue happening on 2015-... Read more

Incident date: Feb 28, 2026

While going around turns (left or right) over 30mph the vehicle has knocking that can be felt coming through the steering wheel. This is not the driver assist feedback. If the turn are longer (like highway on ramp) you can hear a slight clunk associated with the knocking that is felt.

Incident date: Jan 20, 2026

Check engine light came on last week. Took it into the repair shop and they let me know that there is coolant in the first cylinder. There is not a recall for this but it is a known issue with Ford escapes designs and that Ford has redesigned the engine block and gasket, and in some cases, they are ... Read more

Incident date: Jan 24, 2026

Rear axle component failed on my 2023 Ford F-150 Lariat. Vehicle completely lost mobility and would not move. We were stranded on a dangerous freeway exit. A recall repair for issue was performed. A second failure of the axle was later discovered during tire service. This is a repeat failure of a ma... Read more

Incident date: Feb 20, 2026

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while in a drive-through and attempting to shift into drive to move forward, the transmission remained in neutral, causing the vehicle to jerk. The contact was able to roll into a nearby parking space, and the vehicle came to a stop. There... Read more

Incident date: Apr 24, 2025

The contact owns a 2017 GMC Sierra 2500 Denali. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with a failure of the #8 glow plug. The contact was informed that all eight glow plug... Read more

Incident date: Apr 24, 2025

The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle drove over a bump in the road, and the vehicle started to wobble and shake violently. The contact slowed down and stopped the vehicle. The contact stated there was no warning light illumina... Read more

Incident date: Mar 2, 2026

Both exhaust pipes before the catalytic converter are cracked and leaking at the same welded mounting bracket. One of them GM is coving under the extended warranty but the other one also needs replaced the turn off the engine warning light. It is allowing exhaust gas to leak under the car and is pre... Read more

Incident date: Nov 21, 2025

Drivers side visor plastic mount broke while attempting to adjust the visor while driving on the turnpike. Visor was impeding visibility and could not be removed due to the electrical components. Also could not pull over to remove because specialty torx screwdriver required and was well outside of a... Read more

Incident date: Nov 21, 2025

Three separate high-voltage battery section failures within one year, each causing complete loss of propulsion. Two occurred at freeway speeds on [XXX]. FAILURE 1 ([XXX]): Vehicle lost propulsion. Dealer diagnosed DTC P0AFA (low voltage), failed cell in Battery Section 3. Section 3 replaced under G... Read more

Incident date: Nov 21, 2025

Incident date: Feb 10, 2026

Concerned about the 10 speed transmission and the rear wheel lock-up , and how to obtain a extended warranty to cover this if trouble arises from issues with 10 speed transmission issues

Incident date: Feb 5, 2026

Rear lift gate randomly opens and closes automatically while driving and when parked. My kids were in the back seat and there were groceries in the trunk that could have fallen out. Dealership said it's not a recall, and that it is due to a bad weather stripping around the rear window allowing water... Read more

Incident date: Apr 24, 2025

On January 24, 2026, my wife was driving the vehicle we purchased in May 2025 from Ziegler GMC in Lincolnwood, Illinois. While traveling on the highway in WI the vehicle suddenly lost power without warning. She was traveling with our [XXX] son at the time and was able to safely maneuver the vehicle... Read more

Incident date: Apr 24, 2025

The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Palisade. The contact stated that the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of oil. There was an oil-burning odor coming from the vehicle. There was a misfire coming from the engine before the vehicle stalled. The Auto START/STOP was activated while driving. The f... Read more

Incident date: Dec 14, 2025

Other than the Emergency brake system coming on suddenly a couple times (seat belt has hurt me, but not medically documented), there have been no other issues with this car. In the November of 2025, it overheated in gridlock traffic in Boston, MA, which had me freaking out. The engine coolant was l... Read more

Incident date: Apr 24, 2025

My Nissan rouge 2025 accelerated on its own when I was parking my vehicle at my pet boarding place . I just missed crashing into the building , could not get the care to stop , kept bumping the brakes eventually it disengaged itself . i am fortunate not to have crashed , taken my life or someo... Read more

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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2023 KIA EV6

2023 Kia EV6 SUV AWD

Category	Rating
Overall Rating	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash, Driver	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash, Passenger	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Side Crash	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Driver	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Passenger	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Rollover	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Rollover Risk	8.2%

Safety Technology

Feature	Status
Electronic Stability Control	Standard
Forward Collision Warning	Standard
Lane Departure Warning	Standard

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2023 KIA EV6

63 manufacturer communications from 35 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	28
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING	6
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	5
100000 POWER TRAIN	3
130000 VISIBILITY	3
160000 STRUCTURE	3
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC	2
350000 EQUIPMENT	2

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: AVN 5.0 WIDE NON-RESPONSIVE RADIO ICON (AM, FM, SXM) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Th

138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

PITSTOP: AIR CONDITIONER AUTO-DRY WHILE VEHICLE IS OFF - This Pitstop provides information regarding the new feature Air Conditioner Auto-Dry on some 2022-2024MY EV6 (CV), 2024MY Sportage (NQ5a), and 2024MY Niro EV (SG2 EV) vehicles. Some K

130000 VISIBILITY

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: VCU SOFTWARE LOGIC UPGRADE (SA541) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: UNEVEN/SLIPPERY ROAD WARNING DISPLAYED ON INSTRUMENT CLUSTER - This bulletin provides information to update the software on 5th Generation AVN wide on certain 2020-2023MY Kia vehicles (refer to model list on page

353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

This bulletin provides information to update the software on 5th Generation AVN wide on certain 2020-2024MY Kia vehicles (refer to model list on page 3) to remedy a 'non-responsive' or 'inoperative' radio (FM, AM, SXM, etc. ) concern. The a

350000 EQUIPMENT

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

100000 POWER TRAIN

PITSTOP: AWD SYSTEM CONCERN DUE TO TIRE CIRCUMFERENCE - This Pitstop provides information regarding potential concerns with the All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) system due to tire sizes of differing circumference. Some customers may complain of a chat

020000 SUSPENSION

010000 STEERING

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: MOOD LAMP OPERATION LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA536) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin a

138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: AIR CONDITIONING REFRIGERANT COLLECTION AND RECHARGE (SA538) - This bulletin provides information to evacuate, vacuum, and recharge the air conditioning system on certain 2023MY EV6 (CV) vehicles produced from Ja

130000 VISIBILITY

350000 EQUIPMENT

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: AVN 5.0 WIDE NON-RESPONSIVE RADIO ICON (AM, FM, SXM) - This bulletin provides information to update the software on 5th Generation AVN wide on certain 2020-2023MY Kia vehicles to remedy a 'non-responsive'

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: VCU SOFTWARE LOGIC UPGRADE (SA541) - This bulletin provides information to upgrade the software logic of the Vehicle Control Unit (VCU) on certain 2023MY EV6 GT (CV GT) vehicles produced from August 25, 2022 thro

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: VCU SOFTWARE LOGIC UPGRADE (SC273) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provide

030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: MOOD LAMP OPERATION LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA536) - This bulletin provides the procedure to upgrade the software logic of the interior Mood Lamp Module (MLM) system on some 2023MY Niro EV, P/HEV (SG2

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION - This document is the owner notification advising that Kia America, Inc. is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign to upgrade the Vehicle Control Unit (??A?A?VCU??A?A?) software logic in cert

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: DEALER PRINCIPAL MEMO - This document is the announcement to the dealer principals that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign to upgrade the Vehicle Control Unit (??A?A?VCU??A?A?) software logic in certa

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: VCU SOFTWARE LOGIC UPGRADE (SC273) - This bulletin provides information to upgrade the software logic of the Vehicle Control Unit (VCU) on certain 2022-2023MY EV6 (CV) vehicles produced from November 17, 2021 thr

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: DEALER PARTS AND SERVICE MANAGER MEMO - This document is the announcement to the dealer Parts and Service Managers that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign to upgrade the Vehicle Control Unit (??A?A?VC

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: QUESTION AND ANSWER - This document is the Question and Answer Guide containing the most frequently asked questions regarding the Voluntary Service Campaign (SC273A).

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: QUESTION AND ANSWER - This document is the Question and Answer Guide containing the most frequently asked questions regarding the Voluntary Service Campaign (SC273A).

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION - This document is the owner notification advising that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign to inspect the Integrated Charging Control Unit ("ICCU") and install an improved

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: ICCU SOFTWARE UPGRADE OR ICCU ASSEMBLY AND FUSE REPLACEMENT (SC271) - This bulletin provides information to inspect the Integrated Charging Control Unit ("ICCU") in certain 2022-2023MY EV6 (CV) vehicles m

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: QUESTION AND ANSWER - This document is the Question and Answer Guide containing the most frequently asked questions regarding the Voluntary Service Campaign (SC271).

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: QUESTION AND ANSWER - This document is the Question and Answer Guide containing the most frequently asked questions regarding the Voluntary Service Campaign (SC271).

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: DEALER PRINCIPAL MEMO - This document is the announcement to the dealer principals that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign to inspect the Integrated Charging Control Unit ("ICCU") and install

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

130000 VISIBILITY

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR - ELECTRICAL A/C COMPRESSOR - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulleti

138400 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:COMPRESSOR

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

PITSTOP: SHARING KIA CONNECT CREDENTIALS WITH THIRD-PARTY APPS AND POTENTIAL IMPACT TO 12V BATTERY IN EVS - Kia is aware of reports of unexpected drainage of the 12-volt battery in some Kia electric vehicles (EVs). While Kia??A?A?s invest

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: BMS DTC JUDGEMENT LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (P1AA600) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bullet

100000 POWER TRAIN

PITSTOP: MAINTAIN NEUTRAL (N) POSITION FOR AN AUTOMATED CARWASH - This bulletin provides information on how to maintain the Neutral (N) position on 2022MY~ EV6 (CV) vehicles when using an automated car wash. When the vehicle is in 'READ

160000 STRUCTURE

050000 PARKING BRAKE

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: VCMS BATTERY CHARGING LOGIC IMPROVEMENT - This bulletin provides the procedure to update the software logic of the Vehicle Charging Management System (VCMS) system on some 2023MY EV6 GT (CV GT) vehicles produced

160000 STRUCTURE

PITSTOP: MATTE PAINT FINISH CARE INSTRUCTIONS - This pitstop provides instructions regarding matte paint finish on some 2022MY~ vehicles. Contrary to gloss paint, matte painted surfaces have a unique finish with low gloss due to diffused li

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

TSB_BOD305_CLSD: TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: MATTE PAINT FINISH CARE INSTRUCTIONS - BOD305 superseded by PS746, TSB CLOSED.

160000 STRUCTURE

TSB_BOD305_CLSD: TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: MATTE PAINT FINISH CARE INSTRUCTIONS - BOD305 superseded by PS746, TSB CLOSED.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: CLUSTER LOGIC IMPROVEMENT FOR ADAS ALERT VOLUME CHANGE (SA517) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black ba

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: CLUSTER LOGIC IMPROVEMENT FOR ADAS ALERT VOLUME CHANGE (SA517) - This bulletin provides the procedure to update the software logic of the Cluster (CLU) system on some 2023MY vehicles to allow the

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: AMP LOGIC IMPROVEMENT FOR NOISE/NO SOUND ISSUES (SA521) - This Service Action (SA521), along with SA520, supersedes SA494A, which is now closed. Please follow the updated information in this bulle

100000 POWER TRAIN

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE - This bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid type and fill quantity requirement for each Kia model. A flush is required ONLY when a transmis

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: LED HEADLAMP AIM INSPECTION & ADJUSTMENT (SA518) - This bulletin provides the procedure to inspect and, if necessary, adjust the headlamp aim on some 2022-2023MY EV6 (CV) vehicles equipped with Li

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

NHTSA Safety Investigations, KIA EV6

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

PE, Closed , Model Year: 2022

Loss of Motive Power

On July 3, 2023, the Office of Defect Investigation (ODI) opened PE23012 to investigate allegations of loss of motor power on model year (MY) 2022 Kia EV6 vehicles. Some consumers reported loss of motor power immediately after warning lamp illumination or reduction of motive power while the vehicle ... Read more

KIA EV6 - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the KIA EV6 across all model years (2022, 2024).

8 Total Recalls

825 Total Complaints

1 Investigations

39 Reported Crashes

14 Reported Fires

1 Reported Deaths

KIA EV6 - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2025	0	80	View
2024	2	120	View
2023 (current)	3	204
2022	3	421	View

Other KIA Models

Model	Recalls	Complaints
SORENTO	188	13,593	View
SPORTAGE	165	6,601	View
SEDONA	118	3,350	View
OPTIMA	100	10,128	View
TELLURIDE	70	2,186	View
SOUL	66	7,233	View
SORENTO HYBRID	62	159	View
SOUL EV	62	50	View

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2023 KIA EV6

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Top Reported Components

NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2023 KIA EV6

Safety Technology

Technical Service Bulletins, 2023 KIA EV6

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NHTSA Safety Investigations, KIA EV6

KIA EV6 - All Years Overview

KIA EV6 - Year by Year

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