2023 Kia Ev6 Safety Report
2023 KIA EV6 Safety Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2023 Kia Ev6
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2023 Kia Ev6. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | High (3) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | High (118) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 2 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Electrical System | Compare electrical system issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2025 | Compare against the 2025 Kia Ev6 with 34 complaints and 0 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2022 | Check the 2022 Kia Ev6 before buying across this generation. |
Kia Ev6 Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Kia Ev6 years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Kia Ev6 | 55 | 2 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2022 Kia Ev6 | 250 | 3 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2025 Kia Ev6 | 34 | 0 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
2023 Kia Ev6 Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2023 Kia Ev6, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Electrical System
50 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System issues Kia onlyPower Train,Electrical System
6 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train,Electrical System issues Kia onlyUnknown Or Other
6 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Kia onlyPower Train,Electrical System,Fuel/Propulsion System
6 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train,Electrical System,Fuel/Propulsion System issues Kia onlyElectrical System,Fuel/Propulsion System
6 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System,Fuel/Propulsion System issues Kia onlyFuel/Propulsion System
4 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Fuel/Propulsion System issues Kia onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2023 Kia Ev6
Reliability Score
The 2023 Kia Ev6 receives a reliability score of 85 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates above-average reliability relative to comparable vehicles.
NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2023 Kia Ev6
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) evaluates vehicles through controlled crash tests and assigns star ratings from 1 to 5, with 5 being the safest.
Known Issues for the 2023 Kia Ev6
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2023 Kia Ev6:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12v/24v/48v Battery Kia has issued a recall for certain 2022-2024 EV6 vehicles due to potential issues with the 12V/24V/48V battery, which can lead to charging system failures. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Iccu Failure The ICCU (Instrument Cluster Control Unit) has failed in multiple instances, causing sudden loss of power and vehicle immobilization. This is a critical issue that can affect safety. |
High | Common | 30k-60k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2023 Kia Ev6:
Issues with the 12V/24V/48V battery and ICCU have been reported.
Driveline and driveshaft issues have been reported, though less frequently.
Recall Details for the 2023 Kia Ev6
The following 3 recalls have been issued for the 2023 Kia Ev6 by NHTSA:
Summary: 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.
Consequence: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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. Vehi...
Summary: 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.
Consequence: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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 are expected to be mailed April 29, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC302.
Summary: Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Niro EV and 2023 EV6 vehicles. One of the drive shafts may have been improperly heat-treated, allowing it to break under load and resulting in a loss of drive power.
Consequence: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the drive shaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC295.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2023 Kia Ev6
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2023 Kia Ev6 with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 1 complaint involved crashes.
My (EV6) failed to charge on both Level 1 and Level 2 charging. A “Check Electrical Vehicle System” message appeared on my dashboard. I took my vehicle to my nearest dealership, where the technician confirmed a faulty ICCU. Fortunately, my vehicle was drivable, and this failure occurred at home rather than on the highway, which could have been a significantly more serious issue. A part has been o...
ICCU failure
ICCU Failure. It's been replaced by Kia under warranty. Initially Level 2 charging failed multiple times. Luckily mine didn't die on the road, but it very well could've like others reported.
In November 2025, after charging car overnight, backed out of driveway and began to drive. Within 100 feet, received red error message and tone: “Stop vehicle and check power supply”. Stopped the vehicle and got it towed to Kia dealer, who confirmed that the ICCU had failed, despite the car having received the software patch purporting to fix the problem. The ICCU was replaced under warranty with...
The ICCU fuse blew. As I was driving, the car began to lose power. Fortunately I was able to pull into a parking lot before I lost all power. It's the same issue as the recall SC327Y1 from NHTSA, which occurred although the software update had already been performed previously. The dealer is replacing the ICCU and ICCU fuse under SC327Y1 after inspecting it. I did receive a warning as I was dr...
ICCU failed (first of two incidents).
ICCU failed. Towed to dealer and awaiting a replacement.
The component that is seeming to fail in most KIA EV6's is the ICCU assembly. This is the component that failed in my KIA EV6 GT. Part# 364-1XFA0AQQK Also the ICCU Fuse, Part#375F2-GI040QQK FUSE-HIGH VOLTAGE. My safety and everyone around me was put at risk when the vehicle loss power due to this ICCU failure. As I entered the highway the vehicle starts loosing power. The vehicle gradually l...
The ICCU failed. The vehicle suddenly stopped on the road, would not go into any gear and could not be moved whatsoever, was stuck on the side of the road in a dangerous position. Called roadside assistance, after a few hours the vehicle was towed to the nearest dealership. After a week the vehicle had the ICCU replaced under warranty.
ICCU failure and IVCU fuse failure
Dash board showed limited power couldnt accelerate above 10-12 mph pulled into residental area dash then showed warning sign 12v battery then car died in middle of street. Could not put car in neutral called dealership said car cannot be put in neutral without special tools. I had taken it in for recall in 2023 or 2024 cant remember. Luckily i was not on highway as i could not even turn on hazard...
On April 24, 2025, I plugged my Kia EV6 into my 48-amp hardwired ChargePoint HomeFlex at 7:26 PM. Around 10:30 PM I heard a noise outside but did not investigate. At 12:25 AM I noticed I had not received a “charging complete” notification. The Kia Connect app showed the vehicle at 74% and no longer charging. The ChargePoint app was unresponsive.\n\nThe next morning I found the charger’s 60-amp bre...
1st instance: Battery Coolant errors that occurred on and off. 2nd instance: The ICCU unit failed and car was not able to charge via level 2 and only fast charge. Car was still operable. Dealer replaced ICCU 3rd instance: The ICCU failed and car was rendered inoperable. Dealer Replaced ICCU. We are now on our third ICCU since we purchased the car in 11/26/2022. This would be considere...
While charging my vehicle at a level 2 charging station, my vehicle ceased charging. I received no other warnings or symptoms prior to my vehicle ceasing to charge. Upon being alerted by the Kia Access app that the charging stopped, I went to check my vehicle and none of my doors would unlock in response to the buttons on my keys. I had to manually unlock my driver side door in order to enter my v...
While the vehicle was on the charger, the ICCU failed which then caused then fried my JuiceBox EV40 charger and flipped the dedicated circuit breaker. The car has since been repaired. I am concerned that this is a dangerous failure. If it happened on the road it potentially left me without propulsion. I'm also concerned that but for the circuit breaker functioning as designed it could have caus...
While driving the car we heard a loud pop in the cabin. That was followed by electrical warning lights on the dash. WE were only about a mile from home and did make it back safely at greatly reduced speed. The ICCU was confirmed to have failed by the dealership. The part was replaced. If we had been traveling on the highway it might have been difficult to find a safe place to exit the roadway.
On April 24, 2025, I plugged my Kia EV6 into my 48-amp hardwired ChargePoint HomeFlex at 7:26 PM. Around 10:30 PM I heard a noise outside but did not investigate. At 12:25 AM I noticed I had not received a “charging complete” notification. The Kia Connect app showed the vehicle at 74% and no longer charging. The ChargePoint app was unresponsive. The next morning I found the charger’s 60-amp break...
Pulling out of garage, car warned of limited speed and then within about 30 seconds completely shut down-- could not move, operate locks, etc. Car could not be started again and had to be towed away. 12v battery had been drained down to 4v due to failure of ICCU unit. Dealership replaced entire ICCU unit and fuse.
The ICCU went out on the vehicle.
ICCU failure
Showing 20 of 118 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2023 Kia Ev6
Has the 2023 KIA EV6 been recalled?
Yes, the 2023 KIA EV6 has 3 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2023 KIA EV6 have?
The 2023 KIA EV6 has 118 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 2 involved crashes. No injuries or deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2023 KIA EV6?
The 2023 KIA EV6 received an overall NHTSA safety rating of excellent (5/5). Frontal crash: 5/5. Side crash: 5/5. Rollover: 5/5.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 KIA EV6?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2023 KIA EV6 involve electrical system (50 complaints), power train,electrical system (6 complaints), unknown or other (6 complaints). Other affected components include power train,electrical system,fuel/propulsion system, electrical system,fuel/propulsion system, fuel/propulsion system.
How many crash reports does the 2023 KIA EV6 have?
There are 2 crash reports associated with the 2023 KIA EV6 out of 118 total complaints (1.7% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2023 KIA EV6 have?
There are no fire reports for the 2023 KIA EV6 in the NHTSA database.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2023 KIA EV6?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2023 KIA EV6.
How many injuries are reported for the 2023 KIA EV6?
No injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2023 KIA EV6.
Should I buy a 2023 KIA EV6?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2023 KIA EV6 is acceptable with caveats. It has 118 complaints, 3 recalls, and a excellent (5/5) safety rating. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2023 KIA EV6?
The components with the most failures on the 2023 KIA EV6 are: 1. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (50 complaints), 2. POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (6 complaints), 3. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (6 complaints), 4. POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (6 complaints), 5. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (6 complaints). ELECTRICAL SYSTEM is the single most-reported problem area with 50 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2023 KIA EV6?
Be cautious of potential electrical system and driveline issues. Ensure regular maintenance and check for recalls. The 2023 KIA EV6 has 118 NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).
How reliable is the 2023 KIA EV6?
The 2023 KIA EV6 receives a reliability score of 85/100, indicating above-average reliability. This is based on 118 owner complaints, 3 recalls, and 2 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include 12V/24V/48V Battery and ICCU Failure.
What are the known issues with the 2023 KIA EV6?
Known issues with the 2023 KIA EV6 include: 12V/24V/48V Battery, ICCU Failure. These are based on patterns found across 118 NHTSA complaints. 3 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
What are the most common issues with the 2023 KIA EV6?
The most common issues are with the 12V/24V/48V battery and the ICCU, which can lead to charging failures and sudden loss of power.
Are there any recalls for the 2023 KIA EV6?
Yes, Kia has issued a recall for certain 2022-2024 EV6 vehicles due to potential issues with the 12V/24V/48V battery.
What should I do if I experience charging issues with my KIA EV6?
If you experience charging issues, have your vehicle checked by a professional and monitor for any recalls.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be cautious of potential electrical system and driveline issues. Ensure regular maintenance and check for recalls.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2023 Kia Ev6
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2023 Kia Ev6. The data includes 118 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 3 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 2 reported crashes, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2023 Kia Ev6 an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a frontal crash rating of 5 stars, a side crash rating of 5 stars, and a rollover rating of 5 stars. These ratings are determined through controlled crash testing conducted by the NHTSA.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-16