Kia EV6 years to avoid
More than twice the EV6's typical complaint count for a model year.
Best Kia EV6 years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
Kia EV6 complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Kia EV6 problems
All model years combined.
- Electrical413
- Fuel system98
- Transmission97
- Engine40
- Driver assistance31
- Brakes27
- Acceleration24
- Body15
- Lights13
- Visibility7
- Steering6
- Tires5
Most reported problems on the Kia EV6
Kia EV6 problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | - | 55 | Electrical | 0 | 1 | ||
| 2024 | - | 78 | Electrical | 3 | 6 | ||
| 2023 | - | 139 | Electrical | 8,000 | 4 | 2 | |
| 2022 | 48 | 279 | Electrical | 12,000 | 4 | 11 | Avoid |
Recalls 5
Kia EV6 warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
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Questions about the Kia EV6
What years of the Kia EV6 should you avoid?
2022. It has more than twice the Kia EV6's typical number of owner complaints for a model year; 2022 alone has 279, mostly about electrical and fuel system.
What is the best year for a used Kia EV6?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the Kia EV6?
Electrical, with 413 complaints across all years, followed by fuel system (98) and transmission (97).
How many recalls does the Kia EV6 have?
5 recalls between 2022 and 2025. The 2023 model year has the most, with 4.
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