2023-2024 Kia EV9 and Kia Niro EV recall: differential unit
Kia America, Inc. reported this safety recall on April 16, 2024. It covers about 8 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 8
- reported
- Apr 16, 2024
- owners notified
- May 17, 2024
- related complaints
- 12
Power train: driveline: differential unit
- What is wrong
- Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Niro EV and 2024 EV9 vehicles. The differential gear bolts in the gear drive unit may not be tightened properly, which can result in a loss of drive power or cause the differential to lock up.
- Risk
- A loss of drive power or differential lock up can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the gear drive unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 17, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1‑800‑333‑4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC308.
Recall number 24V271000
Affected vehicles
- Kia EV9 2024 2024
- Kia Niro EV 2023 2023
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 12 complaints about transmission problems.
Questions about recall 24V271000
Is there a recall on the 2023-2024 Kia EV9 and Kia Niro EV differential unit?
Yes. Recall 24V271000, reported on April 16, 2024, covers about 8 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 24V271000?
Dealers will replace the gear drive unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 17, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1‑800‑333‑4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC308.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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