ICCU / 12V charging unit (E-GMP)
usually 20,000–160,000 km · High risk
model years 2021–2023 only
Signs: 'Check EV system', loss of power, 12V battery flat (Ioniq 5 / EV6 2021–2023)
Fix: Recall / software update; replace ICCU
€0–2,000
Common faults, service intervals and costs
Kia EV6
2021–now
1
engines covered
2
known faults
5
official recalls
Enter your VIN and mileage and get a plan built for your exact engine and gearbox.
The Kia EV6 has been built since 2021.
For this generation we cover 1 engines and 2 known faults, each with the mileage range where it usually appears.
The most expensive known risk is ICCU / 12V charging unit (E-GMP): it usually appears at 20,000–160,000 km and costs €0–2,000 to fix.
Engines
| Engine | Fuel | Timing drive | Oil |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electric (Hyundai / Kia) | Electric | None (EV) | — |
Faults by engine
Electric (Hyundai / Kia)
Reduction gear / motor noise
usually 60,000–200,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Whine or clunk
Fix: Inspect; oil change / repair
€100–1,500
Scheduled service
Intervals and typical prices for the Electric (Hyundai / Kia) engine. Other engines differ in oil, timing drive and some filters; the app gives the exact plan.
| Item | Interval | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre rotationWheels | every 10,000 km | €20–45 |
| Cabin (pollen) filterClimate | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €15–40 |
| Brake fluidBrakes | every 24 months | €50–95 |
| A/C service (regas + desiccant)Climate | every 24 months | €70–150 |
| Drive unit oil checkTransmission | every 150,000 km | €0–120 |
| Brake pads (regen-assisted)Brakes | usually at 80,000–160,000 km | €60–150 |
| Tyres (set of 4, EV-rated)Wheels | usually at 30,000–50,000 km | €450–900 |
| Wiper bladesBody | checked at service | €20–50 |
| 12V batteryElectrical | checked at service | €100–220 |
Official recalls
Recalls the manufacturer published in the United Kingdom for this model (5). The same recalls usually apply across Europe. Ask an authorised dealer to check by VIN whether your car is affected and whether the work has been done.
- Fire risk Kia EV6 HV Battery Cell Misalignment25/08/2026 · R/2026/309
- Visibility Kia Cluster Malfunction Recall24/04/2026 · R/2026/139
- High voltage / charging Kia EV6 Intergrated Charge Control Unit Recall20/05/2024 · R/2024/197
- Suspension / axles Kia EV6 and Niro SG2 Driveshaft Recall11/04/2024 · R/2024/163
- Gearbox Shifter control unit (SCU) upgrade.30/05/2022 · R/2022/173
Sources and notes
Faults, intervals and prices are indicative and collected from public sources and owner experience; always rely on the service book and a qualified workshop. Test statistics: DVSA – Anonymised MOT tests and results, Open Government Licence v3.0. Owner complaints: NHTSA ODI (public domain). Recalls: DVSA Vehicle Safety Branch Recalls Database, OGL v3.0. Brand and model names are trademarks of their owners and are used only to describe the vehicles.
Updated 07/10/2026