Kia EV6 problems and known issues

By CarWhere Research · Updated November 5, 2026

The best-known Kia EV6 problem is the Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU), which can be damaged and stop charging the 12-volt battery, leading to a loss of drive power. Recall 24V200 covered 2022–2024 models and was expanded and replaced by 24V867. Other recalls cover a rare battery cell fire risk, a shifter rollaway fault and a driveshaft.

CarWhere lists 5 documented EV6 issues, including 5 NHTSA safety recalls, each with affected years, powertrains, symptoms, pre-purchase checks and a source. Recall entries come from NHTSA's recall dataset on the DOT open-data portal, which may not list every campaign, so run the specific VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup.

EV6 generations at a glance

Kia EV6 generations and the known issues listed for each
Generation	Model years	Issues on this page
2022–present	2022–present	ICCU may fail and cut drive power (expanded campaign) (recall 24V867) · ICCU may fail and stop charging the 12-volt battery (recall 24V200) · High-voltage battery cells may have misaligned electrodes (recall 26V431) · Shifter software may release Park and allow rollaway (recall 22V322) · Drive shaft may break from improper heat treatment (recall 24V057)

2022–present EV6 problems

ICCU may fail and cut drive power (expanded campaign) (recall 24V867) (2022–2024)

Safety recall

Generation:: 2022–present
Years:: 2022–2024
Powertrain:: Electric (E-GMP)

The Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) can be damaged and stop charging the 12-volt battery, which can lead to a loss of drive power. Dealers inspect and replace the ICCU and its fuse as needed and update the ICCU software, free of charge. This campaign expands and replaces 24V200, so cars fixed under the earlier recall need the new remedy.

Symptoms

12-volt battery warning
Warning messages followed by reduced power
Car will not charge or start

Check before buying

Run the 17-digit VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls) and confirm the campaign shows as remedied
If the car was repaired under 24V200, confirm the 24V867 remedy is recorded too
Ask a Kia dealer for the repair order showing the recall work was completed

NHTSA recall: 24V867 (2024-11-18) · 62,872 vehicles in the campaign

Sources: [1][2]

ICCU may fail and stop charging the 12-volt battery (recall 24V200) (2022–2024)

Safety recall

Generation:: 2022–present
Years:: 2022–2024
Powertrain:: Electric (E-GMP)

The ICCU can be damaged and stop charging the 12-volt battery, which can cause a loss of drive power. Dealers inspect and replace the ICCU and fuse as needed and update the ICCU software, free of charge. Recall 24V867 later expanded and replaced this campaign.

Symptoms

12-volt battery warning
Warning messages followed by reduced power

Check before buying

Run the 17-digit VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls) and confirm the campaign shows as remedied
Ask a Kia dealer for the repair order showing the recall work was completed

NHTSA recall: 24V200 (2024-03-14) · 48,232 vehicles in the campaign

Sources: [2][1]

High-voltage battery cells may have misaligned electrodes (recall 26V431) (2022–2024)

Safety recall

Generation:: 2022–present
Years:: 2022–2024
Powertrain:: Electric (E-GMP)

A small number of high-voltage battery cells may contain misaligned electrodes that can lead to a fire while parked or driving. Until the repair, Kia advises parking outside and limiting charging to 80%. Dealers replace the high-voltage battery system, free of charge. The 8-vehicle count is for the whole campaign, which also covers other models.

Symptoms

EV system warning light

Check before buying

Until the repair is done, Kia advises parking outside and away from structures
Until repaired, limit charging to a maximum of 80%
Run the 17-digit VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls) and confirm the campaign shows as remedied
Ask a Kia dealer for the repair order showing the recall work was completed

NHTSA recall: 26V431 (2026-07-02) · 8 vehicles in the campaign

Sources: [3]

Shifter software may release Park and allow rollaway (recall 22V322) (2022)

Safety recall

Generation:: 2022–present
Years:: 2022
Powertrain:: Not specified in the recall

A software error in the Shifter Control Unit can disengage the parking mechanism and let the vehicle roll away. Kia recommended parking on level ground until the fix. Dealers update the shifter software, free of charge.

Symptoms

Vehicle moves after being shifted to Park

Check before buying

Run the 17-digit VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls) and confirm the campaign shows as remedied
Ask a Kia dealer for the repair order showing the recall work was completed

NHTSA recall: 22V322 (2022-05-11) · 9,014 vehicles in the campaign

Sources: [4]

Drive shaft may break from improper heat treatment (recall 24V057) (2023)

Safety recall

Generation:: 2022–present
Years:: 2023
Powertrain:: Not specified in the recall

One of the drive shafts may have been improperly heat-treated and can break under load, causing a loss of drive power. Dealers replace the drive shaft, free of charge. The 1,243-vehicle count is for the whole campaign, which also covers other models.

Symptoms

Clunk followed by loss of drive
Vibration under acceleration

Check before buying

Run the 17-digit VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls) and confirm the campaign shows as remedied
Ask a Kia dealer for the repair order showing the recall work was completed

NHTSA recall: 24V057 (2024-01-31) · 1,243 vehicles in the campaign

Sources: [5]

Related EV6 research

This page explains specific mechanical issues and recalls. Which model years drew the most owner complaints relative to the rest of the model’s history is answered in the years-to-avoid research where CarWhere publishes it.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Kia EV6 ICCU problem?

The Integrated Charging Control Unit can be damaged and stop charging the 12-volt battery, which can cause a loss of drive power. Recall 24V200 covered 2022–2024 EV6s and recall 24V867 expanded and replaced it.

What years of Kia EV6 have the ICCU recall?

Recalls 24V200 and 24V867 cover certain 2022–2024 EV6 models. Cars repaired under 24V200 need the newer 24V867 remedy as well, which dealers perform free of charge.

Is the Kia EV6 a fire risk?

Recall 26V431 covers a small number of 2022–2024 EV6s whose battery cells may have misaligned electrodes. Kia advises parking outside and charging to no more than 80% until dealers replace the battery system.

Does the EV6 have a rollaway recall?

Yes. Recall 22V322 fixed a Shifter Control Unit software error on some 2022 EV6s that could disengage Park. Dealers update the shifter software free of charge.

How do I check a used EV6 for open recalls?

Enter the 17-digit VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a Kia dealer for repair orders, making sure the 24V867 ICCU remedy is recorded. Recall repairs are free regardless of owner.

Sources

Issue descriptions are CarWhere’s own summaries of the sources below. Repair costs are shown only where a source states them and vary by shop and region.

Recall 24V867: Loss of Drive Power from Damaged Charging Unit — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
Recall 24V200: Loss of Drive Power from Damaged Charging Unit — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
Recall 26V431: Park Outside: High Voltage Battery May Catch Fire — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
Recall 22V322: Vehicle Rollaway from Software Error — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
Recall 24V057: Loss of Drive Power from Faulty Driveshaft — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)

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