Kia EV9 problems by model year
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
NHTSA has 256 owner complaints and 10 recalls on file for the Kia EV9 (2024–2026). The 2024 EV9 has the most serious complaints, most often about electrical system.
- Complaints
- 256
- Recalls
- 10
- Model years
- 3
- Worst year
- 2024
Complaints by model year
Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.
Worst Kia EV9 years to buy
Ranked by our severity-weighted complaint score (crashes, fires and injuries count extra — how it works).
- 2024 Kia EV9 — 208 complaints, 1 crash, 2 fires; top problem: Electrical System
- 2026 Kia EV9 — 27 complaints, 2 crashes; top problem: Electrical System
Every Kia EV9 model year
| Year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Recalls | Top problem |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 EV9 | 27 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | Electrical System |
| 2025 EV9 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | Wheels & Tires |
| 2024 EV9 | 208 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 7 | Electrical System |
Most common Kia EV9 problem areas (all years)
- Electrical System118 complaints
- Driver Assistance & Safety Tech38 complaints
- Wheels & Tires25 complaints
- Suspension23 complaints
- Seats & Seat Belts21 complaints
- Acceleration & Cruise Control20 complaints
- Steering20 complaints
- Visibility & Wipers16 complaints
- Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion14 complaints
- Transmission & Drivetrain13 complaints
Complaint trend
Kia EV9 recalls
Risk: A child in the front seat may be at a greater risk of injury if the air bag deploys during a crash.
Risk: A fire increases the risk of injury.
Risk: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer, tire pressure, or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Risk: Seats without mounting bolts may not properly restrain an occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
Risk: An instrument panel screen that fails to display critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.
Risk: A remote smart parking assist feature that miscalculates stopping distances may increase the risk of a crash.
Risk: A headliner with inadequate impact protection increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Risk: A seat belt retractor that does not operate as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Risk: A loss of drive power or differential lock up can increase the risk of a crash.
Other Kia models
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology