KIA EV6 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 544 owner complaints and 5 safety recalls on file for the KIA EV6, across 4 model years (2022–2025). The 2022 model year has the most complaints (278). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
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KIA EV6 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical EV6 year: 2022. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2022 EV6: 278 complaints, 4 recalls
- 2023 EV6: 137 complaints, 4 recalls
- 2024 EV6: 76 complaints, 3 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common KIA EV6 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System problems | 407 | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 98 | 4 | 2 |
| Power Train | 96 | 4 | 1 |
| Engine | 40 | 4 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 26 | 4 | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 24 | 4 | 2 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 22 | 4 | 8 |
| Structure | 15 | 4 | 3 |
| Exterior Lighting | 13 | 3 | 0 |
| Lane Departure | 10 | 2 | 2 |
| Visibility/wiper | 7 | 3 | 0 |
| Steering | 6 | 4 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Back Over Prevention | 5 | 2 | 1 |
| Tires | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Seats | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
KIA EV6 problems by model year
Problem areas with enough reports for their own page.
- 2024: electrical system (54)
- 2023: electrical system (103)
- 2022: electrical system (211)
All KIA EV6 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 EV6 | 53 | 0 | — | Electrical System | Far fewer complaints than other years |
| 2024 EV6 | 76 | 3 | 5★ | Electrical System | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 2023 EV6 | 137 | 4 | 5★ | Electrical System | More complaints than other years |
| 2022 EV6 | 278 | 4 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which KIA EV6 years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2022 (278) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical EV6 year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the KIA EV6?
Electrical System, with 407 complaints across 4 model years.
How many recalls does the KIA EV6 have?
5 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.