2024 Kia EV6 Electrical System Problems
Electrical system issues make up 53 of 74 total complaints (72%) for the 2024 Kia EV6, the top reported problem area. Three related recalls cover the Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) and high-voltage battery cells, with one fire and two injuries reported.
- Electrical System complaints
- 53
- 72% of 74
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 1
- Injuries reported
- 2
- Median mileage
- —
- Related recalls
- 3
Typical electrical symptoms owners report
- Owners report a popping sound followed by a 'Check electric vehicle system' error and sudden loss of forward drive.
- Some describe the ICCU failing, causing dash warnings, limp mode, and loss of steering or acceleration while driving.
- Several owners report the 12-volt battery dying without warning, requiring jump-starts and repeated dealer visits.
- Owners describe the car going fully dark, with doors and hazard lights not working, after an electrical shutdown.
- Some report the vehicle entering a non-drivable 'zombie mode' where accessories work but the car will not leave park or neutral.
- Owners describe getting a 'Stop vehicle and check power supply' alert that also prevents charging the vehicle.
When 2024 Kia EV6 electrical complaints were filed
First complaint Mar 12, 2024, latest Sep 8, 2026.
Electrical System recalls for the 2024 Kia EV6
- 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.
Electrical System complaints by EV6 model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2024 Kia EV6 electrical system reliable?
- NHTSA data shows electrical system complaints account for 53 of 74 total complaints (72%) filed for the 2024 EV6, making it the dominant reported problem area for this model year.
- Does the 2024 Kia EV6 have an electrical recall?
- Yes. NHTSA lists three related recalls: campaign 26V431000 for high-voltage battery cells that may cause fire, and campaigns 24V867000 and 24V200000 for a damaged Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) that can cause loss of drive power.
- What is the ICCU problem in the Kia EV6?
- Owners report the ICCU becoming damaged and stopping charging of the 12-volt battery, which NHTSA's recall notice says can result in a loss of drive power while driving.
- Are electrical complaints worse in the 2024 EV6 than other years?
- The 2024 EV6 shows 72% of complaints tied to the electrical system, lower than the 2022 model year's 79% and 2023's 76%, but still the top complaint category, and 2025 shows 74%.
- Has the electrical system issue caused fires or injuries?
- NHTSA data for the 2024 EV6 electrical system complaints lists 1 fire and 2 injuries, with 0 crashes reported.