2025 Kia EV9: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2025 Kia EV9: 4 recalls, 21 owner complaints and up to 89 mpg combined.
Recalls
4 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Electrical, Electrical Vehicle recall #24V757000 · 2024 · 14,163 vehicles
What's wrong: Kia america, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2024-2025 ev9 vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel screen May fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "controls and displays."
Why it matters: An instrument panel screen that fails to display critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: The instrument cluster software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (ota) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2024.
Seats Vehicle recall #24V962000 · 2024 · 22,883 vehicles
What's wrong: Kia america, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2024-2025 ev9 vehicles. The second- and third-row seat mounting bolts May be missing.
Why it matters: Seats without mounting bolts May not properly restrain an occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and install mounting bolts as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, 2025.
Transmission & drivetrain, Electrical Vehicle recall #25V115000 · 2025 · 342 vehicles
What's wrong: 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 matters: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the rear gdu, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 7, 2025.
Airbags Vehicle recall #26V545000 · 2026 · 21,290 vehicles
What's wrong: Due to improper routing, the occupant detection system (ods) May not deactivate the air bag when a child or child seat is in the front passenger seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "occupant crash protection."
Why it matters: A child in the front seat May be at a greater risk of injury if the air bag deploys during a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the ods mat and bladder tube with a new one and ensure proper routing as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters will be mailed beginning October 20, 2026.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Wheels (4): the most common themes are noise or vibration (2), tire tread / blowout (2).
- Electrical (4): the most common themes are electrical failure (2), stalls / loses power (2).
- Transmission & drivetrain (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Visibility/Wiper (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2025 Kia EV9 has 21 owner complaints, ranking #3 of 3 EV9 model years for complaints (well below the 85 average). Complaints peaked in 2025 (12 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 0 years old. Neighboring years: 2024 (208 complaints, 7 recalls), 2026 (27 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric (160 kW PMSM (IPM)) | Automatic (A1) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 100e | 78e | 89e | Electricity |
| Electric (160 kW PMSM (IPM)) | Automatic (A1) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 99e | 77e | 88e | Electricity |
| Electric (141 and 141 kW PMSM (IPM)) | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 91e | 75e | 83e | Electricity |
| Electric (141 and 141 kW PMSM (IPM)) | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 88e | 72e | 80e | Electricity |
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FAQ
Does the 2025 Kia EV9 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 vehicle recalls for the 2025 Kia EV9. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2025 Kia EV9 problems?
Owners have filed 21 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are wheels (4), electrical (4), transmission & drivetrain (3).
What gas mileage does the 2025 Kia EV9 get?
EPA ratings run up to 89 mpg combined, across 4 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2025 Kia EV9 repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.