NHTSA Recall 24V057000: Driveshaft (power train)
Kia America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,243 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Kia EV6.
| NHTSA campaign | 24V057000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SC295 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › DRIVELINE › DRIVESHAFT |
| Report received | January 31, 2024 |
| Owner notification | March 28, 2024 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Niro EV and 2023 EV6 vehicles. One of the drive shafts may have been improperly heat-treated, allowing it to break under load and resulting in a loss of drive power.
Safety risk
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the drive shaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC295.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 24V057000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.