2024 Kia EV6 Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
CautionComplaint Index
67/100
#2 most-complained of 4 EV6 years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2024 Kia EV6 ranks 2nd worst out of 4 model years, with a Complaint Index of 67 and 74 NHTSA complaints. Electrical System problems dominate at 72% of complaints, backed by 3 recalls, giving it a Caution verdict relative to other EV6 years.
- Complaints
- 74
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes / fires
- 6 / 1
- Injuries / deaths
- 3 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 109
- 120 city / 98 hwy
Top 2024 Kia EV6 problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System53 (72%)
- Transmission & Powertrain16 (22%)
- Fuel System15 (20%)
- Other12 (16%)
- Engine10 (14%)
- Brakes5 (7%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras5 (7%)
- Steering3 (4%)
- Structure & Body3 (4%)
- Airbags2 (3%)
What owners report
- Some vehicles suddenly lose forward power after a popping sound and display a check electric vehicle system error.
- Owners report the Integrated Charging Control Unit failing, which stops 12-volt battery charging and can strand the car.
- Brakes reportedly fail intermittently, including cases of unintended acceleration while a foot is on the brake pedal.
- The forward collision avoidance and automatic emergency braking system sometimes does not engage when a collision is imminent.
- Owners describe the car entering a stuck 'zombie mode' where it will not shift out of park or neutral despite electronics working.
- Some drivers report the steering wheel jerking without any driver input or need for correction.
2024 Kia EV6 recalls
3 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.
2024 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.
2024 compared with other EV6 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2024 Kia EV6 reliable?
- Relative to other EV6 years, the 2024 model has a Complaint Index of 67 and ranks 2nd worst out of 4 years tracked, earning a Caution verdict. It logged 74 NHTSA complaints, mostly tied to the Electrical System.
- What is the biggest problem with the 2024 Kia EV6?
- Electrical System issues account for 72% of complaints (53 of 74), including charging control unit failures and sudden loss of drive power.
- Does the 2024 Kia EV6 have any recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 3 recalls for 2024, all involving the Electrical System, including two Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) recalls and one high-voltage battery fire risk recall requiring owners to park outside.
- How does the 2024 EV6 compare to other EV6 model years?
- The 2022 EV6 has the worst Complaint Index at 100 and an Avoid verdict, while 2023 (33) and 2025 (0) score much better, both rated Good or Best. The 2024 model sits between these, at Caution.
- How many complaints and crashes does the 2024 EV6 have?
- NHTSA lists 74 complaints for the 2024 EV6, including 6 crashes, 1 fire, and 3 injuries, with a median mileage at failure of 20,000 miles.