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NHTSA Recall 25V115000: Driveshaft (power train) and propulsion system (electrical system)

Kia America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 342 vehicles. It affects 2025 Kia EV9.

342
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2025
owners notified (March 7)
NHTSA campaign25V115000
Manufacturer campaignSC337
ComponentsPOWER TRAIN › DRIVELINE › DRIVESHAFT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › PROPULSION SYSTEM
Report receivedFebruary 24, 2025
Owner notificationMarch 7, 2025
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 EV9 vehicles. The rear gear drive unit (GDU) motor shaft may have been improperly welded and become damaged, causing a loss of drive power.

Safety risk

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

Remedy

Dealers will replace the rear GDU, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 7, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC337.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 25V115000

Make and modelModel years
Kia EV92025

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.