Recall 22V-322
Kia Motors America recalled the 2022 Kia EV6: Parking brake (electrical, control module, software).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 22V-322
- Reported
- May 11, 2022
- Vehicles affected
- 9,014 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Kia Motor America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 EV6 vehicles. A software error in the Shifter Control Unit (SCU) may disengage the parking mechanism, which can allow the vehicle to rollaway.
The risk
Vehicle rollaway can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix
Drivers are recommended to park their vehicles on level ground and avoid parking on a slope/inclined surface whenever possible until the remedy has been performed. Dealers will update the Shifter Control Unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 25, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-[removed]. Kia's number for this recall is SC236.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Kia EV6 2022