2023 Kia EV6: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2023 Kia EV6: 4 recalls, 137 owner complaints and up to 117 mpg combined.
Recalls
4 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #24V057000 · 2024 · 1,243 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the drive shaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024.
Electrical Vehicle recall #24V200000 · 2024 · 48,232 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The 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. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 29, 2024.
Electrical, Electrical Vehicle recall #24V867000 · 2024 · 62,872 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The 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. Owner notification letters were mailed December 13, 2024.
Electrical Vehicle recall #26V431000 · 2026 · 8 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: A fire increases the risk of injury.
The 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. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 7, 2026.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (103): the most common themes are electrical failure (57), stalls / loses power (18), door / lock issues (9).
- Fuel & propulsion (30): the most common themes are electrical failure (17), stalls / loses power (6), warning light on (4).
- Transmission & drivetrain (26): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (8), warning light on (3).
- Other / unknown (17): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (6), electrical failure (4).
The 2023 Kia EV6 has 137 owner complaints, ranking #2 of 4 EV6 model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 136). Complaints peaked in 2026 (57 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 2 years old, at a median of 8,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2022 (278 complaints, 4 recalls), 2024 (76 complaints, 3 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric (TBD) | Automatic (A1) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 134e | 101e | 117e | Electricity |
| Electric (TBD) | Automatic (A1) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 136e | 100e | 117e | Electricity |
| Electric (TBD) | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 120e | 98e | 109e | Electricity |
| Electric (TBD) | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 106e | 86e | 96e | Electricity |
| Electric (TBD) | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 85e | 74e | 79e | Electricity |
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FAQ
Does the 2023 Kia EV6 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 vehicle recalls for the 2023 Kia EV6. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2023 Kia EV6 problems?
Owners have filed 137 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (103), fuel & propulsion (30), transmission & drivetrain (26).
What gas mileage does the 2023 Kia EV6 get?
EPA ratings run up to 117 mpg combined, across 5 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2023 Kia EV6 repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.