Kia: Park Outside: High Voltage Battery May Catch Fire (electrical System)
Recall Summary Kia is recalling certain 2022-2024 EV6 and 2024 EV9 vehicles because their high voltage battery cells may have misaligned electrodes that could cause a fire while the vehicle is parked or driving. The recalled vehicles are distributed nationwide. Kia will replace the high voltage battery system for free once owners are notified, and owners can contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542 for more information.
- Recalling firm
- Kia America, Inc.
- Product
- Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. 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.
- Reason
- A fire increases the risk of injury. Remedy: 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. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC375. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning July 17, 2026.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United States
- Agency
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Recall date
- 2026-07-02
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- Nationwide
Official recall notice from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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