KIA EV9 2025: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 25V115000

Make Model Year
KIA EV9 2025
Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2025-02-24 2025-02-24

Production Dates: 2024-10-11 - 2024-12-19

Manufacturers Involved: Kia America, Inc.

Manufacturer Campaign Number: SC337

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 342

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

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.

Remedy

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

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 'TTY 888-275-9171' or go to nhtsa.gov.