NHTSA Campaign 25V115000

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM

Issued by Kia America, Inc. · Reported Feb 24, 2025 · 342 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 EV9 vehicles. The rear gear drive unit (GDU) motor shaft may have been improperly welded and become damaged, causing a loss of drive power.

Consequence

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

Remedy

Dealers will replace the rear GDU, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 7, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC337.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
KIA EV9 2025 342

Source: NHTSA Campaign 25V115000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.