Kia EV6 recalled in India

• 1,380 units affected
• Recalled for a software update

Kia India has announced a voluntary recall for 1,380 units of the EV6 manufactured between 3 March, 2022 and 14 April, 2023. The recall is for a software update in the integrated charging control unit (ICCU) to improve the charging process and performance of the 12V auxiliary battery. Kia states that the brand is proactively updating the software of the integrated charging control unit in the affected units to improve the ownership experience.

Kia India has informed the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH) about the voluntary recall initiative. The company has also started reaching out to respective owners to update them about this voluntary recall campaign. The affected model is the pre-facelift EV6.

Kia India showcased the EV6 facelift at the Bharat Mobility Expo in January this year. The updated EV, which was unveiled globally in May 2024, gets a host of upgrades inside and out, along with a few upgrades under the skin. Bookings for the 2025 EV6 have commenced from 17 January onwards.