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2024 Kia EV9 Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Electrical System — runs 4.5× the fleet median for that category across the 2547 model-years tracked on this site.
204Complaints
7Recalls
1Crashes
2Fires
4Injured
0Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Electrical System (49% of complaints) — is covered by 2 NHTSA recall campaigns.

Electrical System complaints here are 4.5× the median for that category across the 2547 model-years tracked on this site.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Electrical System100 · 49%RecalledRecall 24V757000 · Recall 26V431000
Suspension21 · 10.3%not available
Vehicle Speed Control17 · 8.3%not available
Steering14 · 6.9%not available
Wheels14 · 6.9%not available
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control11 · 5.4%not available

Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Complaints by component

Unspecified / other38 · 18.6%
SUSPENSION21 · 10.3%
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL17 · 8.3%
STEERING14 · 6.9%
WHEELS14 · 6.9%
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL11 · 5.4%
SEATS11 · 5.4%
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS10 · 4.9%
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM10 · 4.9%

Percentages are the share of the 204 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.

Recalls — 7 campaigns

Power Train:driveline:differential Unit

NHTSA campaign 24V271000 · 2024 · reported 04/16/2024

A loss of drive power or differential lock up can increase the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Seat Belts:front:retractor

NHTSA campaign 24V338000 · 2024 · reported 05/14/2024

A seat belt retractor that does not operate as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Structure:interior Panels:ceiling

NHTSA campaign 24V400000 · 2024 · reported 06/04/2024

A headliner with inadequate impact protection increases the risk of injury during a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Parking Brake:electrical:control Module:software

NHTSA campaign 24V693000 · 2024 · reported 09/17/2024

A remote smart parking assist feature that miscalculates stopping distances may increase the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/panel

NHTSA campaign 24V757000 · 2024 · reported 10/10/2024

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. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: YES

Seats:critical Fasteners

NHTSA campaign 24V962000 · 2024 · reported 12/20/2024

Seats without mounting bolts may not properly restrain an occupant, increasing the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Electrical System:propulsion System:traction Battery

NHTSA campaign 26V431000 · 2026 · reported 07/02/2026

A fire increases the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · Park outside  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

What owners report

“The main instrument panel went black just shift indicator is visible. Did not know how fast i was going. No warning messages or lamps came…”NHTSA complaint 11619705 — filed 10/14/2024 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
“Vehicle powered on, while DRIVING, instrument cluster is blank. Cannot see speedometer- huge safety issue”NHTSA complaint 11619556 — filed 10/13/2024 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
“Gauge cluster completely blank after successfully starting the car. Happened twice in two weeks. No speedometer, no battery level, no safety features available, no audible…”NHTSA complaint 11619539 — filed 10/13/2024 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2024 Kia EV9?

Electrical system issues are the most-reported category, cited in 100 of 204 NHTSA complaints (49%), followed by unspecified/other issues (38), suspension (21), vehicle speed control (17). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2024 Kia EV9 have?

204 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 1 involved a crash, 2 involved a fire, and 4 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2024 Kia EV9 have any recalls?

Yes — 7 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 24V271000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2024 Kia EV9's reported problems?

Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.