Park outside: high voltage battery may catch fire
Defect Summary
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 Consequence
A fire increases the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
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.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Kia America, Inc. or involving Electrical System.
FAQ: Recall 26V431000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 26V431000?
NHTSA recall 26V431000 was issued by Kia America, Inc. on July 2, 2026. It addresses: Park outside: high voltage battery may catch fire. The recall affects approximately 8 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Kia America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 26V431000 or the manufacturer campaign number SC375. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
Why is this recall flagged for fire risk?
This recall has been classified as having a fire risk when parked. NHTSA generally advises affected owners to park outside, away from structures and other vehicles, until the defect is repaired.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-08-17. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.