How common are transmission and powertrain complaints for the 2022 Kia EV6?

NHTSA lists 41 complaints in this area for the 2022 EV6, which is 15% of the 277 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall tied to these power loss issues?

The JSON data provided lists no related recalls specifically logged for this Transmission & Powertrain problem area, though some owner complaints reference a recall inquiry (SC327) they pursued separately.

At what mileage do these problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 3,000 miles.

Were there any crashes or injuries linked to these complaints?

NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 0 fires or injuries associated with the Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2022 EV6.

How does the 2022 EV6 compare to later model years for this issue?

The 2022 EV6 shows 41 complaints (15% share), while 2023 has 26 complaints (19% share), 2024 has 16 complaints (22% share), and 2025 has 13 complaints (25% share).

2022 Kia EV6 Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 41 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2022 Kia EV6, 15% of all 277 complaints that year. Owners commonly report sudden loss of power while driving, often tied to the ICCU, with a median mileage at failure of 3,000. One crash and no fires or injuries were reported.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 41; 15% of 277
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 3,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Vehicle suddenly loses power while driving, sometimes after a loud pop from the rear, followed by a warning to stop and check the power supply.
Car drops into 'Turtle Mode' or comes to a complete stop in traffic with no advance warning, requiring a tow.
Dashboard displays messages like 'Critical Battery System' or 'Check Electrical System' before the vehicle stalls or shuts down entirely.
Owners tie the shutdowns to a failed ICCU component, with some reporting the replacement part also failed afterward.
Vehicle stops charging without warning and becomes inoperable, or the 12V battery warning appears intermittently before a full power loss.

When 2022 Kia EV6 transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Sep 16, 2022, latest May 22, 2026.

41 complaints filed with NHTSA from Sep 2022 to May 2026; peak Jan 2026 (6).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2022 Kia EV6

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by EV6 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

202241 (15%)
202326 (19%)
202416 (22%)
202513 (25%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are transmission and powertrain complaints for the 2022 Kia EV6?: NHTSA lists 41 complaints in this area for the 2022 EV6, which is 15% of the 277 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall tied to these power loss issues?: The JSON data provided lists no related recalls specifically logged for this Transmission & Powertrain problem area, though some owner complaints reference a recall inquiry (SC327) they pursued separately.
At what mileage do these problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 3,000 miles.
Were there any crashes or injuries linked to these complaints?: NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 0 fires or injuries associated with the Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2022 EV6.
How does the 2022 EV6 compare to later model years for this issue?: The 2022 EV6 shows 41 complaints (15% share), while 2023 has 26 complaints (19% share), 2024 has 16 complaints (22% share), and 2025 has 13 complaints (25% share).