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2025 Kia EV9 Motor Shaft Recall

2025 KIA EV9: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM

Updated February 24, 2025

The rear gear drive unit motor shaft in certain 2025 Kia EV9 vehicles may have been improperly welded and damaged, causing loss of drive power. This increases the risk of a crash.

Is the Kia America, Inc. recalled? Yes. This product was recalled by NHTSA on February 24, 2025. Details below.

What is recalled

2025 Kia EV9 vehicles with a defective rear gear drive unit (GDU) motor shaft that may have been improperly welded.

Am I affected

You're affected if you own a 2025 Kia EV9. Check your owner notification letter (mailed March 7, 2025) or contact Kia with your vehicle identification number (VIN).

What to do right now

Take your 2025 EV9 to a Kia dealer for a free replacement of the rear gear drive unit. Call Kia customer service at 800-333-4542 to schedule service. Reference recall number SC337.

Contact: Kia America, Inc.

The hazard

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

Brands affected

Source
NHTSA
Category
Vehicles
Recall ID
nhtsa-25V115000
Recalled
February 24, 2025
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