2024 Kia EV6: common problems and reliability
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74 owner complaints, most about electrical system. 3 recalls.
Should I buy a 2024 EV6?The 2024 Kia EV6 has 74 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are electrical system and power train. Owners most often flag pre-conditioning for fast charging: on pre-facelift models (2022-2024), battery pre-conditioning is only activated when using the built-in navigation to route to a charger, which is seen as an inconvenience.
Safety record for the 2024 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2024 Kia EV6 vehicles (US, public record).
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Is 2024 a good year for the EV6?
Across the 4 EV6 model years we track, complaint volume runs from 137 (2023) to 277 (2022). With 74 complaints, the 2024 EV6 sits below the model's median of 137.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
Recalls affecting the 2024 EV6
electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery
Campaign 24V200000Kia 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.
electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery
Campaign 24V867000Kia 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.
electrical system:propulsion system:traction battery
Campaign 26V431000Kia 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.
What owners say across generations
Predominantly positive sentiment, with owners frequently praising the vehicle's driving dynamics, fast charging capability, stylish design, and overall value as an electric vehicle.
- RecurrentPre-conditioning for fast charging
On pre-facelift models (2022-2024), battery pre-conditioning is only activated when using the built-in navigation to route to a charger, which is seen as an inconvenience.
Owner insights cover all generations of the EV6. See the full EV6 owner picture and every model year.
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