CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
- Problem
- 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.
What this recall means for you
The high-voltage traction battery in these electric vehicles may contain cells with misaligned electrodes. This defect can lead to a battery fire, either while the vehicle is parked or while it is being driven.
A fire increases the risk of injury. Until the repair is done, park outside and away from structures, and limit your battery charge to a maximum of 80%.
Dealers will replace the high-voltage battery system assembly free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 7, 2026. You can also contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542 and check your VIN for open recalls once it becomes searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning July 17, 2026.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Kia EV6 | 202220232024 |
|---|---|
| Kia EV9 | 2024 |