NHTSA Campaign Id 25V115000; Date: Feb. 24, 2025
a loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:2025 KIA EV9
Component: Power Train:driveline:driveshaft
Manufactured by: Kia America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 342
Recall Summary: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.
How to Fix:dealers will replace the rear gdu, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed march 7, 2025. owners may contact kia customer service at 800-333-4542. kia's number for this recall is sc337.
Recall Notes:Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
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