Does the 2022 Kia EV6 have recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2022 Kia EV6, including Electrical System › 12v/24v/48v Battery; Electrical System › 12v/24v/48v Battery; Parking Brake › Electrical › Control Module › Software. Recalls are matched by model year, so check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

What are the most common 2022 Kia EV6 problems?

Owners filed 279 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical system (212), fuel/propulsion system (43), power train (41), service brakes (14).

How much does a 2022 Kia EV6 cost to own for 5 years?

About $38,168 over 5 years ($636/month) at an estimated $19,000 purchase price and 12,000 miles a year, including depreciation, insurance, fuel, maintenance, repairs, loan interest and taxes. Run a VIN report to personalize it.

2022 Kia EV6

The 2022 Kia EV6 earns a fair Throttlebook Ownership Score of 58/100. Expect about $38,168 to own it for five years, or $636 a month. NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 279 complaints.

Recalls: 4
Complaints: 279
5-yr cost: $38k
kWh/100mi: 32

Fair

Ownership Score

2022 Kia EV6 vs nearby years

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4 recalls may apply

For the 2022 Kia EV6. NHTSA matches recalls by model and year — confirm by VIN.

Park-it warning

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.
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
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. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC327. This recall expands and replaces previous recall number 24V-200. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 24V-200 will need to have the new remedy completed.

Check recalls for this exact VIN at NHTSA

Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.

5-year cost to own

Estimated $19,000 price, 20% down, 11.19% APR for 60 months (Experian avg.), 12,000 mi/yr.

$38,168

$636/month · $0.64/mile

Depreciation	$9,252
Insurance (national avg.)	$12,000
Fuel / charging	$3,235
Maintenance	$4,278
Repairs	$2,070
Loan interest	$5,193
Taxes & fees	$2,140

Estimate, not financial advice. How we calculate.

Owner complaints & safety

What real owners reported to NHTSA for this model year.

279 complaints11 involved a crash

Electrical System212
Fuel/Propulsion System43
Power Train41
Unknown Or Other32
Service Brakes14
Engine14

Complaint counts scale with how many were sold; compare against similar models.

NHTSA crash-test stars

Overall: Not rated
Frontal: Not rated
Side: Not rated
Rollover: Not rated

What to check on a used 2022 Kia EV6

Ordered by what owners of this model year reported most. Reports are not proof of a defect.

Electrical and lights
- Test every window, lock, light and wiper.
- Watch for warning lights that stay on after start-up.
Engine and transmission
- Cold start: listen for knocking, ticking or rough running.
- Shifts should be smooth with no slipping or jerking.
Brakes
- Press the pedal firmly: it should feel solid, not sink or pulse.
- Listen for grinding or squealing when stopping.

If anything in a safety area feels wrong (brakes, steering, airbags, tires), stop driving and get it inspected before you buy or drive it further. Paste a VIN above for the full printable checklist.

Common 2022 Kia EV6 problems

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FAQ

Is the 2022 Kia EV6 a good car to buy?: The 2022 Kia EV6 earns a fair Throttlebook Ownership Score of 58/100. Expect about $38,168 to own it for five years, or $636 a month. NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 279 complaints.
Does the 2022 Kia EV6 have recalls?: NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2022 Kia EV6, including Electrical System › 12v/24v/48v Battery; Electrical System › 12v/24v/48v Battery; Parking Brake › Electrical › Control Module › Software. Recalls are matched by model year, so check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common 2022 Kia EV6 problems?: Owners filed 279 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical system (212), fuel/propulsion system (43), power train (41), service brakes (14).
How much does a 2022 Kia EV6 cost to own for 5 years?: About $38,168 over 5 years ($636/month) at an estimated $19,000 purchase price and 12,000 miles a year, including depreciation, insurance, fuel, maintenance, repairs, loan interest and taxes. Run a VIN report to personalize it.

Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP ratings; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data refreshed weekly. Complaint counts scale with sales volume.