2023 Kia EV6 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Caution The 2023 Kia EV6 has a complaint index of 67, ranking 2nd worst of 4 model years, with a Caution verdict. NHTSA lists 137 complaints, mostly electrical (76%), plus 4 recalls including battery fire risk and charging unit failures.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 67/100
- #2 of 4 EV6 years
- Verdict
- Caution
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 137
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 4
- 1 Park Outside
- Crashes
- 2
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Top issue
- Electrical System
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 109
- 120 city / 98 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
Top 2023 Kia EV6 problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System104 (76%)
- Fuel System30 (22%)
- Transmission & Powertrain26 (19%)
- Engine22 (16%)
- Other17 (12%)
- Brakes6 (4%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires5 (4%)
- Lane Departure2 (1%)
- Visibility & Wipers2 (1%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras1 (1%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Charging fails or stops mid-session on Level 2 chargers, sometimes tied to overheating or hot weather.
- 12-volt battery charging unit stops working, triggering loss of drive power warnings.
- Drive motors or inverter cut out briefly while driving, with no warning light or message on the display.
- Brake lights fail to activate during one-pedal driving unless the accelerator is fully released, giving no warning to drivers behind.
- Speakers emit a sudden loud piercing sound shortly after startup, forcing drivers to pull over.
- Battery pack issues cause reduced range and repeated dealer visits, including a case of being stranded in cold weather.
2023 Kia EV6 recalls
4 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 26V431000Jul 2, 2026Electrical System8 vehiclesPark Outside
Electrical system:propulsion system:traction battery
Kia 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.
Risk: A fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures and limit their charge to a maximum of 80% until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the high voltage battery system assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 7, 2026. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC375. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning July 17, 2026.
- NHTSA 24V867000Nov 18, 2024Electrical System62,872 vehicles
Electrical system:propulsion system:charging:module:software
Kia 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.
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the ICCU and its fuse, as necessary. In addition, dealers will update the ICCU software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 13, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC327. This recall expands and replaces previous recall number 24V-200. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 24V-200 will need to have the new remedy completed.
- NHTSA 24V200000Mar 14, 2024Electrical System48,232 vehicles
Electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery
Kia 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.
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the ICCU and its fuse, as necessary. In addition, dealers will update the ICCU software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 29, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC302.
2023 Kia EV6 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 120 MPG
- Highway
- 98 MPG
- Combined
- 109 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $700
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Electricity
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2023 compared with other EV6 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2023 Kia EV6 reliable?
- NHTSA data shows 137 complaints for the 2023 EV6, giving it a complaint index of 67 and a Caution verdict, the 2nd worst of the 4 model years with data.
- What is the biggest problem with the 2023 Kia EV6?
- Electrical system issues dominate, making up 76% of complaints (104 of 137), mostly related to charging and the Integrated Charging Control Unit, with a median mileage at failure of 8,000.
- Does the 2023 Kia EV6 have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2023 EV6, covering high-voltage battery fire risk, twice-recalled ICCU charging failures, and a drive shaft that may break under load.
- How does the 2023 EV6 compare to other years?
- The 2022 EV6 has a complaint index of 100 and an Avoid verdict, the 2024 EV6 sits at 33 with Caution, and the 2025 EV6 has a complaint index of 0 and a Best verdict.