NHTSA Vehicles recall ·

2025 KIA EV9 recall: Loss of Drive Power from Damaged Gear Drive Unit

Recall number
25V115000
Date
Manufacturer
Kia America, Inc.
Category
Vehicles › Electrical System
Recall type
Vehicle
Units affected
342
Hazard tags
Crash risk

Read the official NHTSA notice ↗

Product

Electrical System

Affected vehicles

MakeModelModel years
KIAEV92025

Not every vehicle of these models is affected. Enter your 17-character VIN on NHTSA.gov to check your vehicle.

Why was it recalled?

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 EV9 vehicles. The rear gear drive unit (GDU) motor shaft may have been improperly welded and become damaged, causing a loss of drive power.

Consequence

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

What should you do?

Dealers will replace the rear GDU, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 7, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC337.

Manufacturer campaign number

SC337

Source: NHTSA (vehicles), recall 25V115000. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the NHTSA.