2023 Kia Ev6
Common Problems
Ranked from 62 federal NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
15 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.
- 1
ICCU Failure
20complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe Integrated Control Center Unit (ICCU) fails, causing the vehicle to lose power and become immobile.
Related recalls: 24V200000, 24V867000, 26V431000
- 2
Integrating Charge Control Unit (ICCU) Failure
16complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe ICCU failed, causing the vehicle to lose power and become inoperable.
$250–$700est. egr valve replacement · 1–3 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 24V200000, 24V867000, 26V431000
- 3
Electrical System Warning Lights and Errors
15complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe vehicle displayed multiple warning lights and errors related to the electrical system, indicating potential underlying issues.
$100–$250est. professional diagnosis · 1–2 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 24V200000, 24V867000, 26V431000
- 4
12V Battery Failure
6complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe 12V battery frequently dies, leaving the vehicle unable to start or operate properly.
Related recalls: 24V200000, 24V867000, 26V431000
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Battery Voltage Drop
6complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe 12V battery voltage drops, leading to reduced vehicle performance and potential immobilization.
Related recalls: 24V200000, 24V867000, 26V431000
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Charging System Issues
6complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe charging system malfunctions, leading to inconsistent charging and range anxiety.
Related recalls: 24V200000, 24V867000, 26V431000
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Braking System Malfunction
5complaintsMedium severityBrakesThe braking system malfunctioned, causing the vehicle to skid or fail to slow down properly, posing a safety risk.
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Level 2 Charging Failure
5complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe vehicle fails to charge properly using Level 2 charging stations, often resulting in incomplete charging sessions.
Related recalls: 24V200000, 24V867000, 26V431000
- 9
Unexpected Speed Limitations
5complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe vehicle unexpectedly limits its speed or stops moving, often due to an electrical system issue.
Related recalls: 24V200000, 24V867000, 26V431000
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Unexplained Power Loss
5complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe vehicle experiences an unexplained power loss, often leading to complete immobilization.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 24V200000, 24V867000, 26V431000
- 11
Electrical System Interference
2complaintsMedium severityElectricalElectrical system interference causes intermittent issues like loss of sound and warning lights.
Related recalls: 24V200000, 24V867000, 26V431000
- 12
i-Pedal Mode Malfunction
2complaintsSafety riskOtherThe i-Pedal mode fails to stay engaged, posing a safety risk by causing unexpected disengagement.
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Loss of Power During High-Speed Driving
2complaintsMedium severityFuel systemThe vehicle experienced a sudden loss of power at high speeds, reducing acceleration and increasing the risk of accidents.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 14
Power Loss During Driving
2complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe vehicle experiences sudden power loss during driving, reducing speed and increasing crash risk.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 15
Range Anxiety and Charging Issues
2complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe vehicle experiences frequent range anxiety and charging interruptions, affecting daily use.
Related recalls: 24V200000, 24V867000, 26V431000
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.