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NHTSA recall 25V-115 (25V115000)

power train recall reported February 24, 2025 - about 342 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number
25V115000
Also written as
25V-115
Manufacturer number
SC337
Reported
February 24, 2025
Vehicles affected
~342
Component
power train

What is being recalled

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.

Why it is dangerous

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

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

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.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 25V-115 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Kia EV9 - 2025

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Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.