NHTSA 24V057000 United States
Kia EV6 recall: Power Train:driveline:driveshaft
Official safety recall 24V057000 published by NHTSA.
High risk
Contact an authorised dealer of the maker. Recall repairs are free of charge.
Campaign24V057000
ComponentPower Train:driveline:driveshaft
Report date2024-01-31
ManufacturerKia America, Inc.
Affected vehicles
| Vehicle | Model year | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Kia EV6 | 2023 | United States |
The problem
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.
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The official 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.