Kia EV9 complaints by model year
254 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 26 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 2025 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| 2024 | 208 | 1 | 2 | 7 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2024–2026. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 102 | 4 | 12 |
| Unknown or other | 39 | 1 | 5 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 24 | 1 | 1 |
| Suspension | 21 | 1 | 1 |
| Wheels | 14 | 4 | 3 |
| Lane departure | 20 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 14 | 3 | 3 |
| Vehicle speed control | 17 | 0 | 3 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Kia EV9 recalls (10)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one EV9 model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V545000 | Aug 21, 2026 | Occupant Detection System May Fail to Suppress Air Bag/FMVSS 208 | 2025, 2026 | — |
| 26V431000 | Jul 2, 2026 | Park Outside: High Voltage Battery May Catch Fire | 2024 | — |
| 26V046000 | Jan 26, 2026 | Instrument Panel Display Failure/FMVSS 101, 138 | 2026 | 87.8% |
| 25V115000 | Feb 24, 2025 | Loss of Drive Power from Damaged Gear Drive Unit | 2025 | 91.8% |
| 24V962000 | Dec 20, 2024 | Missing Seat Mounting Bolts | 2024, 2025 | 89.9% |
| 24V757000 | Oct 10, 2024 | Blank Instrument Panel Screen/FMVSS 101 | 2024, 2025 | 97.2% |
| 24V693000 | Sep 17, 2024 | Remote Smart Parking Assist Failure | 2024 | 94.4% |
| 24V400000 | Jun 4, 2024 | Inadequate Headliner Impact Protection/FMVSS 201 | 2024 | 89.2% |
| 24V338000 | May 14, 2024 | Loose Seat Belt Retractor Cover/FMVSS 208 & 209 | 2024 | 100% |
| 24V271000 | Apr 16, 2024 | Improperly Tightened Differential Bolts | 2024 | 100% |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Crash-test stars by model year
| Model year | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Tested as |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | ★★★★★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv awd |
| 2025 | ★★★★★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv awd |
| 2024 | ★★★★★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv awd |
Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Source: NHTSA NCAP, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Where to next
Kia EV9 FAQ
How many recalls has the Kia EV9 had?
NHTSA lists 10 recall campaigns that cover at least one Kia EV9 model year from 2024 to 2026. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common Kia EV9 problems?
Across the 2024–2026 model years, owners most often name the electrical system, unknown or other, forward collision avoidance in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Kia EV9 get?
EPA rates the 2026 Kia EV9 at 78 to 89 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.