NHTSA Data Explorer

Kia EV6

Data refreshed June 25, 2026

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Complaints

513

Active records

Recalls

4

Active records

TSBs

93

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

1

Injuries

9

Crashes

20

Fires

1

Top reported issues — Kia EV6

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Operating state

186

Electrical issue

163

Performance issue

160

Reporting mechanism

147

Electrified system issue

109

Charging behavior

76

Noise

38

Condition issue

36

Braking behavior

29

Engine behavior

29

Starting behavior

29

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

26

Driver assistance issue

22

Powering on/off behavior

21

Access/entry issue

17

Thermal issue

16

Infotainment behavior

15

Lighting behavior

15

Recent change

12

Vibration/harshness

8

HVAC behavior

6

Steering behavior

6

Safety restraint issue

4

Communication/network issue

3

Smell

3

Ride/handling behavior

2

Safety restraint behavior

2

Fluid issue

1

Wiper/washer behavior

1

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2022 KIA EV6

Filed Jun 17, 2026


Vehicle ICCU unit failed resulting in inability to charge at level 1/2 on AC power and would have ultimately led to failure of the 12v battery, which results in the car shutting down. Posing a safety risk. Resulting repair led to coolant level issue. Currently the only solution to the problem is replacement of the unit, with the exact same unit model. Leaving the possibility of it happening again. The manufacturer has not developed a long term solution to the problem, which is common and…

2023 KIA EV6

Filed Jun 14, 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 12V battery is not holding charge as of 4/27/26, 4/28/26, and 5/2/26. I received a letter from KIA stating ICCU and inability to charge, Keep this Letter in your Glove Box for a free diagnosis and…

2025 KIA EV6

Filed Jun 11, 2026


While charging at a L3 station, charging was interrupted with a pop (which turned out to be ablown fuse). Two warning lights appeared on the dashboard (battery and vehicle with exclamation points) as well as message to Check electrical vehicle system. Kia Connect told me to exit the vehicle and that it would need to be towed to the dealer. Dealer Service Office confirmed it was not safe to be in the vehicle nor to drive it. Car had only 2311 miles at the time! From the dealer invoice the KDS…

2022 KIA EV6

Filed Jun 4, 2026


My car was in my garage and charging with my home's level-2 charger on June 1 2026 in standard fashion. At 2am the charging was interrupted by the car (per charger log) and stopped at 68% charge (set to fully charge to 100%). Subsequently the car could not charge any more, and I tested this with two independent level-2 charging units. Both of these chargers are confirmed operational with another electric car in my garage. I took the car to Kia Service on June 4 and they confirmed it was a…

2024 KIA EV6

Filed Jun 2, 2026


Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/LOW VOLTAGE BATTERY, PROPULSION system:Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) Description: This vehicle previously had the mandated safety recall software update (Campaign SC327) applied by an authorized Kia dealership in December 2024 to protect the Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU). The corporate recall remedy failed. In January 2026, the vehicle suffered a sudden, catastrophic loss of motive power while driving on a public roadway due to a total ICCU…

2024 KIA EV6

Filed May 26, 2026


1 injured
Crash

The contact owned a 2024 Kia EV6 and stated that while driving at 40 MPH, an elk suddenly appeared in front of the vehicle, resulting in a head-on collision that completely crushed the front end of the vehicle with no air bags deployed. The front end of the vehicle was crushed including the windshield. The vehicle continued with the elk after collision dragging it a couple yards ahead. The air bags did not apply. No waring lights were illuminated. No police report was filed. The contact was…

2022 KIA EV6

Filed May 22, 2026


On [XXX] while traveling to NJ, the vehicle displayed check electrical system and would not accept a charge. With only 40 miles of range remaining, I drove the vehicle to Jack Daniels KIA. It is STILL at the dealership, and neither the dealer nor KIA Corp has provided a date that the car will be repaired. The dealer told me that it is covered under the 100kmi powertrain warranty, but that KIA corp must direct how and what to fix. They continue to supposedly try different things to fix the car,…

2025 KIA EV6

Filed May 22, 2026


While driving car began to decelerate and the dash lit up with a number of ABS/Brake system failure symbols. I was on the highway traveling at abt 70 mph when the issue happened. Got car to coast off hwy onto an upward sloping exit. Stopped at a light. Turned off and back on and was able to gain minor speed got approx three blocks to a gas station. Pulled off and tried restarts. The screen stated there was an update pending, but it could not complete it because the Electronic Brake System…

2025 KIA EV6

Filed May 16, 2026


Crash

While maneuvering my Kia EV6 into my garage, the vehicle accelerated unexpectedly and struck the garage wall. I believe the acceleration may have been unintentional or due to a malfunction. I request review of any vehicle event data

2022 KIA EV6

Filed May 15, 2026


Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU )failure on the high voltage battery leading to also the 12v battery failure.

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Updated June 25, 2026. Refreshed nightly.