NHTSA Safety Database · Dean McCrary Kia · Mobile, AL
Kia EV6 Recalls
Every open NHTSA safety recall for the EV6, model years 2022–2026, pulled live from the federal database below — matched to your exact VIN, with plain-English guidance on what to do next. Every recall repair is free.
Check Your EV6
Enter your 17-character VIN to see every open recall that applies to your exact EV6 — campaigns can vary by build date and equipment. We query the NHTSA database in real time, so the result is always current.
Prefer to talk? Call with your VIN and we’ll verify every open campaign for you.
How EV6 Recalls Work
A safety recall means Kia or NHTSA identified a defect or noncompliance that could affect your vehicle’s safety. Not every EV6 is affected by every recall — it depends on your exact build date, trim, and equipment. Your VIN (checker above) is the definitive, per-vehicle answer; the live federal list below is the complete, always-current record.
What It Means
Recall Severity Labels, Explained
Kia flags its most urgent recalls with plain-language guidance. Park Outside means keep the vehicle parked away from structures and other vehicles until it’s repaired — typically a fire-risk concern. Do Not Drive is more severe still: don’t operate the vehicle at all until the repair is complete. If either label appears when you check your VIN or in the live list below, call us right away and we’ll prioritize your repair.
What To Do
Every Repair Is Free — Act Promptly
Federal law requires that safety recall repairs be performed free of charge — parts and labor — regardless of your EV6’s age, mileage, or where you bought it. Recalls can be issued at any time, so check your VIN periodically and schedule your free repair as soon as one appears. We’ll confirm parts availability and get you in quickly.
Every EV6 Recall, Explained
Every NHTSA safety campaign Kia has filed for the EV6 to date — newest first, verified as of 2026-07-15 against NHTSA. The live federal list below updates automatically if a new campaign opens after this date.
Electrical2022–2024Park 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.
Free Fix: 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. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning July 17, 2026.
NHTSA 26V-431 · Kia SC375 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Electrical2022–2024
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.
Free Fix: 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.
NHTSA 24V-867 · Kia SC327 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Electrical2022–2024
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.
Free Fix: 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.
NHTSA 24V-200 · Kia SC302 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Drivetrain2023
POWER TRAIN · Driveline · Driveshaft
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Niro EV and 2023 EV6 vehicles. One of the drive shafts may have been improperly heat-treated, allowing it to break under load and resulting in a loss of drive power.
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Free Fix: Dealers will replace the drive shaft, free of charge.
NHTSA 24V-057 · Kia SC295 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Electrical2022
Parking BRAKE · Electrical · Control Module · Software
Kia Motor America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 EV6 vehicles. A software error in the Shifter Control Unit (SCU) may disengage the parking mechanism, which can allow the vehicle to rollaway.
Risk: Vehicle rollaway can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Free Fix: Drivers are recommended to park their vehicles on level ground and avoid parking on a slope/inclined surface whenever possible until the remedy has been performed. Dealers will update the Shifter Control Unit software, free of charge.
NHTSA 22V-322 · Kia SC236 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Every Open EV6 Recall, Live from NHTSA
The list below is generated at request time directly from the NHTSA federal recall database for EV6 model years 2022–2026 — nothing on this page is pre-written or curated. Use the filters to narrow by model year or system, then run your VIN above for the definitive answer on your exact vehicle.
Model Year
System
Filters narrow this page’s content — your VIN (checker above) is always the definitive answer for your exact vehicle.
This page doesn’t pre-write recall summaries — every campaign shown here comes straight from the live NHTSA feed below, current as of the moment you load this page. Run your VIN above for the definitive, per-vehicle check.
EV6 Recalls by System
A dedicated page for each EV6 recall campaign — hardcoded facts verified against NHTSA, plus the live VIN checker.
Explore Other Kia Models
Recall history is specific to each model — check the live list for any Kia you’re driving, buying, or servicing.
EV6 Recall FAQs
How do I know if my EV6 has an open recall?⌄
Enter your 17-character VIN in the checker above — it queries the live NHTSA database and returns every open recall for your exact vehicle. The live list further down this page shows the complete federal record for EV6 model years 2022–2026, but your VIN is the definitive answer for your specific vehicle.
What does “Park Outside” or “Do Not Drive” mean on a recall?⌄
Park Outside means keep the vehicle parked away from structures and other vehicles until it’s repaired, usually because of a fire risk. Do Not Drive is more urgent — don’t operate the vehicle at all until the free repair is complete. Either label will appear on your VIN check or in the live list if it applies to your EV6. Call us right away if you see one and we’ll prioritize your repair.
How many recalls does the Kia EV6 have?⌄
It depends on your exact model year, build date, and equipment — the count changes over time as NHTSA and Kia issue new campaigns. The live list on this page always reflects the current federal total for EV6 model years 2022–2026; your VIN is the only reliable answer for your individual vehicle.
How often should I check for new EV6 recalls?⌄
Recalls can be issued at any time, so it’s worth checking your VIN periodically — especially before a long trip or if you notice any unusual symptoms. We’re also happy to check for you whenever you’re in for service.
I’m buying a used EV6. How do I make sure the recalls are done?⌄
Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or in the checker above before you buy — open campaigns show immediately. Dean McCrary Kia closes any open recalls free of charge regardless of where you bought the vehicle, and every used EV6 we retail has its open recalls completed first.
Do I pay anything for EV6 recall repairs?⌄
No. Safety recall repairs are free by federal law — parts and labor — for the life of the vehicle, at any authorized Kia dealer, no matter where you bought it. Pair a recall with regular maintenance and we’ll handle both in one visit.