2025 Kia EV6 problems & reliability
51 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2025 Kia EV6. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Complaints are unverified reports submitted by owners to the federal Office of Defects Investigation.
Each complaint is counted once (by NHTSA case number), even when it names several vehicles.
Most reported problems
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System → | 37 | 73% |
| Power Train → | 12 | 24% |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 9 | 18% |
| Unknown OR Other | 7 | 14% |
| Engine | 5 | 10% |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 3 | 6% |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 4% |
| Structure | 2 | 4% |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 4% |
| Steering | 1 | 2% |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.
Common symptoms owners describe
Keyword analysis of complaint narratives; one complaint can describe several symptoms.
What owners report
“Hi, I had to transport a few lumber pieces that did not fit into the trunk of my Kia EV6, so I had to leave the hatch open (I pulled it down as far as possible and secured it via a rope against the latch). When I started driving the car started beeping frantically, but allowed me to drive. When I crossed an…”
Power Train · filed Jul 22, 2026
“Driving on three lane highway at 60 mph the car abruptly lost power. Was able to get off the highway. Called Kia roadside assistance. Tow truck picked up car and delivered it to Kia dealership. Service dept diagnosed and is replacing the ICCU.”
Electrical System · filed Jun 24, 2026
“While charging at a L3 station, charging was interrupted with a pop (which turned out to be ablown fuse). Two warning lights appeared on the dashboard (battery and vehicle with exclamation points) as well as message to "Check electrical vehicle system". Kia Connect told me to exit the vehicle and that it would need to…”
Electrical System · filed Jun 11, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Technical service bulletins
19 manufacturer communications (TSBs, service campaigns, warranty extensions) are on file with NHTSA for the 2025 Kia EV6. The 10 most recent:
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM SOFTWARE UPDATE USING UPDATE.KIA.COM - This bulletin provides information and service procedures for updating the infotainment systems on applicable Kia vehicles using the…
TSB_ELE422 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued May 28, 2026
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFOTAINMENT SOFTWARE UPDATE PROCEDURE - This bulletin provides information on the process for downloading infotainment software updates and preparing USB for installation on applicable Kia…
TSB_ELE417 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 14, 2026
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: DCU OPERATIONSOFTWARE LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA635) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a…
TSB_ELE406_R1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Feb 10, 2026
TECHNICAL OPERATIONS: NACS VEICLE CHARGING ERROR W/ DTC P343B16 (PS804) - This Pitstop provides information regarding an Electric Vehicle ‘EV’ charging error accompanied by DTC P343B16 on certain 2025-2026MY EV6 (CVa)…
PS804 · Other · issued Jan 26, 2026
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: 3 WAY VALVE REPLACEMENT (CA2513) - This bulletin provides instructions for inspecting and replacing the High Voltage Battery Cooling System 3-Way Valve on certain 2025MY EV6 (CV1a) vehicles…
TSB_ELE410 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jan 9, 2026
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: DCU OPERATION SOFTWARE LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA635) - This bulletin provides information to improve the Data Connectivity Unit (DCU) performance on certain 2026MYSportage and…
TSB_ELE406 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Dec 24, 2025
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: INTEGRATED CHARGE CONTROLLER UNIT REPLACEMENT (SA639) - This bulletin provides instructions for replacing the Integrated Charge Controller Unit (ICCU) on certain 2025 model…
TSB_ELE409 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Dec 19, 2025
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: DCU REPLACEMENT (SA638) - This bulletin provides information to replace faulty Data Connectivity Units (DCUs) on certain 2026MY Sportage and 2025MY EV6 vehicles that may cause…
TSB_ELE408 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Dec 18, 2025
PITSTOP: TECHNICAL OPERATIONS: EXTERNAL DAMAGE TO ULTRASONIC SENSOR: This Pitstop provides information related to Parking Distance Warning (PDW) alerts and repairs involving ultrasonic sensors. The PDW system alerts the…
PS797 · Other · issued Dec 9, 2025
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: PDC LOGIC IMPROVEMENT AND PRA REPLACEMENT FOR DTC PIB7700 (SC343) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this…
SC343_TSB_R1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 18, 2025
TSBs are repair guidance manufacturers send to dealers — they are not recalls and repairs are not automatically free. Full documents are available on NHTSA’s site.
Safety recalls
No NHTSA recall campaigns name the 2025 Kia EV6 in our current data. Recalls may apply only to certain VIN ranges — always confirm with a VIN check.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
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