2025 Kia EV6 problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
Among the better years
The 2025 Kia EV6 is among the quieter years of the EV6 on NHTSA's books: 79 complaints (51% below the model's median year), no recalls, and no open investigations.
The trouble concentrates in one system: electrical system issues account for 47% of all reports (37 of 79), far ahead of transmission at 11. In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.
79
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
0
Investigations
2
Crash-involved
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
5
NCAP overall · of 5 stars
How does 2025 compare to other EV6 years?
What are the most common 2025 Kia EV6 problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 37 | 47% | — flat |
| Transmission | 11 | 14% | ▼ down |
| Fuel System | 9 | 11% | ▼ down |
| Other | 7 | 9% | ▼ down |
| Engine | 4 | 5% | ▼ down |
| Driver Assistance | 3 | 4% | ▼ down |
| Brakes | 2 | 3% | ▼ down |
| Speed Control | 2 | 3% | ▼ down |
| Body & Structure | 2 | 3% | — flat |
| Steering | 1 | 1% | ▼ down |
| Visibility & Wipers | 1 | 1% | ▼ down |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“After 2474 miles, the vehicle Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) failed in my 2025 Kia EV6 making the vehicle undrivable so it had to be towed to the Kia dealer. The ICCU was replaced under warranty. The failure of the ICCU in Kia, Hyundai and Genesis electric vehicles is fairly common and…”
“After 2474 miles, the vehicle Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) failed in my 2025 Kia EV6 making the vehicle undrivable so it had to be towed to the Kia dealer. The ICCU was replaced under warranty. The failure of the ICCU in Kia, Hyundai and Genesis electric vehicles is fairly common and…”
“While driving on a busy road at night, my vehicle displayed battery warning lights and went into "limp mode" which slowed me down to 25 mph before stopping completely. I was then stranded until a tow truck could be dispatched. The Kia dealer told me that the issue was an ICCU (integrated charging…”
“Was driving around 45mph when I heard a pop noise, like an over pressurized soda bottle popped open. Moments later car abruptly dropped to under 35mph and reported errors and to check battery system. Brought it into dealer and they confirmed my ICCU failed and had to be replaced. ”
“ICCU failure within three (3) days of buying vehicle. Only 300 miles on it. Failed to charge with known working Level 1 charger on day 1, successfully charged with Level 3 charger on day 2, and then failed to charge at same Level 3 charger on day 3. Simply connecting the Level 3 charger on day 3…”
2025 Kia EV6 — common questions
Is the 2025 Kia EV6 reliable?
Its record is better than the model's norm: 79 NHTSA complaints, below the typical EV6 year, with 0 recalls and no open investigations.
What are the most common 2025 EV6 problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (37 complaints), transmission (11 complaints), fuel system (9 complaints).
Does the 2025 Kia EV6 have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2025 Kia EV6.
Which Kia EV6 years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the EV6 years to avoid are 2022. The cleanest record among EV6 years belongs to 2025.
How safe is the 2025 Kia EV6?
In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2025 Kia EV6 earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.