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Transmission and drivetrainPart report

2024 Kia EV6 Transmission and drivetrain Problems

Complaints
17about this part
Share
22%of 78 total for the year
Median mileage
—not reported
Trend
Too newThis model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.

NHTSA recorded 17 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2024 Kia EV6, 22% of the 78 complaints for this model year.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“Vehicle display showed a message stating 12 volt battery was low and to pull over immediately, the car the died in a parking lot. I called KIA roadside service and they connected a battery pack to the 12 volt battery and got the car started. This could have been a serious problem if I was on travelling on a public street or highway and suddenly lost power.”

NHTSA complaint #11733902, filed 2026-04

“About 10 miles from home a warning saying to check the electrical system came on the dash and the car would not go faster than about 25 miles per hour. We had to limp back home, turning the car off every few miles as it would start aggressively beeping to turn off the car. After getting it towed to the dealership, it took them several weeks to determine it was the ICCU and fuse, and I did not take possession of my car back for nearly 8 weeks. …”

NHTSA complaint #11714727, filed 2026-01

“The ICCU failed while I was driving my car on a 50 mph road. Check electrical system warning lights appeared. Maximum speed was reduced to 19mph and my car became a road hazard for other cars on the road. I managed to pull off the road once I found a safe spot. After visiting the Kia dealership, the problem was confirmed as a failed ICCU (Integrated Charging and Control Unit) and replaced under warranty. No problems appeared prior to the failure. Vehicle was required to be towed to the repair facility.”

NHTSA complaint #11718697, filed 2026-02

“I purchased this vehicle just over a year ago as a CPO model with only 8,000 miles on it. It now has just over 23,000 miles. In this short time of ownership, it has been back to the dealership 3 separate times for serious EV system issues. The first visit involved a software update intended to correct a 12-volt charging issue that could prevent the vehicle from charging and potentially cause ICCU failure. Shortly after that update, the 12-volt battery failed, despite being <18 months into service, completely bricking the vehicle and leaving me stranded waiting for a tow. …”

NHTSA complaint #11721903, filed 2026-03

“Something with the electrical system in this electric vehicle was not functioning properly as the car would go into turtle mode as the service department called it. 45 mph then dropping to 30 mph before reaching the dealership. My safety was at risk because driving on the highway could have had someone rear end up by slowing down. The dealership has been inspected. Waiting at the dealership since Monday Oct 12, 2026. I don't think my vehicle has been inspected by the manufacturer, police, or insurance representatives. Vehicle would warn to check the battery system at car start. …”

NHTSA complaint #11771461, filed 2026-10

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Transmission and drivetrain: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
20251324%
20241722%
20232619%
20224115%

Other parts of the 2024 Kia EV6

Electrical system
56 complaints
Fuel system
15 complaints
Other or unknown
12 complaints
Engine
7 complaints
Forward collision avoidance
6 complaints
Brakes
5 complaints
Vehicle speed control
5 complaints
Steering
3 complaints
Air bags
2 complaints
Exterior lighting
2 complaints
Body and structure
2 complaints
Seat belts
1 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2024 Kia EV6

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

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