2022 Kia Ev6
Common Problems
Ranked from 153 federal NHTSA complaints and 4 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
19 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
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Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) Failure
67complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe ICCU failure leads to the vehicle losing power, stalling, and being unable to charge, posing a safety risk.
$250–$700est. egr valve replacement · 1–3 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 22V322000, 24V200000, 24V867000, 26V431000
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Battery Charging Issues
47complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe 12V battery fails to charge properly, leading to reduced functionality and potential loss of power.
Related recalls: 22V322000, 24V200000, 24V867000, 26V431000
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12V Battery Failure
37complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe 12V battery frequently fails, leading to unexpected shutdowns and requiring jump starts.
Related recalls: 22V322000, 24V200000, 24V867000, 26V431000
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Vehicle Suddenly Losing Power
20complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe vehicle suddenly loses power while driving, often accompanied by a warning message about the electrical system.
Related recalls: 22V322000, 24V200000, 24V867000, 26V431000
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Unintended Deceleration and Loss of Motive Power
16complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe vehicle experiences unintended deceleration and loss of motive power, often accompanied by a warning message.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 22V322000, 24V200000, 24V867000, 26V431000
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Unexplained Loss of Propulsion
15complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe vehicle experiences unexplained loss of propulsion, often requiring roadside assistance.
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Battery Management System Overheating
9complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe battery management system overheats during charging, causing the charging session to be interrupted.
$150–$1,200est. cooling-system diagnosis + repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 22V322000, 24V200000, 24V867000, 26V431000
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Brake Light Failure in Regenerative Braking Mode
9complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe brake lights do not illuminate when using regenerative braking, posing a safety hazard.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 9
Charging Interruption During Charging Sessions
9complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe vehicle interrupts charging sessions frequently, displaying a 'charge interrupted' message.
Related recalls: 22V322000, 24V200000, 24V867000, 26V431000
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Driver Display Malfunction
6complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe instrument cluster frequently malfunctions, showing blank or partial screens, affecting visibility and safety.
$200–$1,500est. infotainment unit service · 0.5–3 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 22V322000, 24V200000, 24V867000, 26V431000
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Audio System Amplifier Failure
4complaintsMedium severityElectricalAudio system amplifier fails, disabling warning sounds and chimes, reducing the effectiveness of safety features.
Related recalls: 22V322000, 24V200000, 24V867000, 26V431000
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Lane Departure and Infotainment System Failures
4complaintsLow severityElectricalThe lane departure system and infotainment connectivity experience intermittent failures, causing distractions and potential safety risks.
$200–$1,500est. infotainment unit service · 0.5–3 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 22V322000, 24V200000, 24V867000, 26V431000
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Structural Issues with Tailgate
4complaintsMedium severityOtherTailgate misalignment and structural issues cause difficulty in opening and closing the tailgate, potentially leading to damage.
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FCW False Positives
3complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe Forward Collision Warning (FCW) system frequently triggers false positives, causing unnecessary panic and potential distraction.
Related recalls: 22V322000, 24V200000, 24V867000, 26V431000
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Headlight Performance Issues
3complaintsMedium severityElectricalHeadlights do not provide adequate illumination for night driving, leading to poor visibility and increased risk of accidents.
$100–$900est. lighting assembly repair · 0.5–2 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 22V322000, 24V200000, 24V867000, 26V431000
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High Voltage Battery Failure
2complaintsHigh severityElectricalHigh voltage battery failure causes the vehicle to lose power and become non-functional, posing a safety risk.
Related recalls: 22V322000, 24V200000, 24V867000, 26V431000
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Lane Departure Assist System Failure
2complaintsHigh severityElectricalLane Departure Assist system malfunctions, causing the vehicle to steer out of its lane without warning, posing a significant safety risk.
Related recalls: 22V322000, 24V200000, 24V867000, 26V431000
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Low Voltage Battery Issue
2complaintsMedium severityElectricalLow voltage battery issues cause the vehicle to lose power and stall, requiring immediate attention.
Related recalls: 22V322000, 24V200000, 24V867000, 26V431000
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Sunroof Glass Failure
2complaintsHigh severityOtherThe sunroof glass has failed, causing potential injury and requiring immediate attention.
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.