NHTSA Recall 26V431000: Traction battery (electrical system)
Park outside Kia America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 8 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Kia EV6.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V431000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SC375 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › PROPULSION SYSTEM › TRACTION BATTERY |
| Report received | July 2, 2026 |
| Owner notification | August 7, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022-2024 EV6 and 2024 EV9 vehicles. The high voltage battery cells may contain misaligned electrodes, which can lead to a fire while parked or driving.
Safety risk
A fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures and limit their charge to a maximum of 80% until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the high voltage battery system assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 7, 2026. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC375. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning July 17, 2026.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V431000
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.