How common are electrical problems in the 2024 Kia EV9?

NHTSA lists 104 Electrical System complaints for the 2024 EV9, which is 50% of all 207 complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2024 Kia EV9 electrical system?

Yes. Recall 24V757000 covers an instrument panel software error that can cause the display to fail, and recall 26V431000 covers high-voltage battery cells with misaligned electrodes that may lead to fire while parked or driving.

At what mileage do 2024 EV9 electrical failures happen?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 2,556 miles.

Have there been any crashes, fires, or injuries linked to these electrical complaints?

NHTSA data for this area shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries reported.

Does the electrical issue rate improve in later EV9 model years?

NHTSA data shows the 2025 EV9 has only 3 Electrical System complaints, 16% of its total complaints, compared to 104 complaints and 50% for 2024.

2024 Kia EV9 Electrical System Problems

Electrical System complaints account for 104 of 207 total complaints (50%) for the 2024 Kia EV9, the highest share of any year in this dataset. Two related recalls exist: an instrument cluster software recall and a high-voltage battery recall. No crashes, fires, or injuries were reported in this area.

Electrical System complaints: 104; 50% of 207
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 2,556 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Owners report the 12v battery fails to charge from the main battery, leaving the vehicle completely dead and unable to be entered or charged.
Instrument cluster and speedometer displays go blank while driving, cutting off access to speed, charge level, and turn signal indicators.
The main touchscreen randomly goes black, disabling turn signals and side cameras used for lane changes.
Some owners describe the instrument cluster showing a foreign-language trip display with all values at zero, plus a blank heads-up display and a red parking brake icon.
The automatic high-beam system fails to dim for oncoming, same-direction, or crossing traffic.
Steering wheel vibration at highway speed was reported alongside separate 12v and high-voltage battery failures.

When 2024 Kia EV9 electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 21, 2024, latest May 29, 2026.

104 complaints filed with NHTSA from Feb 2024 to May 2026; peak Oct 2024 (31).

Electrical System recalls for the 2024 Kia EV9

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 24V757000Oct 10, 2024Electrical System14,163 vehiclesOver-the-air fix
Electrical system:software
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2024-2025 EV9 vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel screen may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Controls and Displays."
Risk: An instrument panel screen that fails to display critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The instrument cluster software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2024. Owners may contact Kia Customer Service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC326.

Electrical System complaints by EV9 model year

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

2024104 (50%)
20253 (16%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are electrical problems in the 2024 Kia EV9?: NHTSA lists 104 Electrical System complaints for the 2024 EV9, which is 50% of all 207 complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2024 Kia EV9 electrical system?: Yes. Recall 24V757000 covers an instrument panel software error that can cause the display to fail, and recall 26V431000 covers high-voltage battery cells with misaligned electrodes that may lead to fire while parked or driving.
At what mileage do 2024 EV9 electrical failures happen?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 2,556 miles.
Have there been any crashes, fires, or injuries linked to these electrical complaints?: NHTSA data for this area shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries reported.
Does the electrical issue rate improve in later EV9 model years?: NHTSA data shows the 2025 EV9 has only 3 Electrical System complaints, 16% of its total complaints, compared to 104 complaints and 50% for 2024.