Kia issued a recall for approximately 23,000 EV9 models in the U. S. due to the possible lack of seat bolts. Although it is estimated that around 1% of electric SUVs have the defect, Kia is recalling certain 2024 and 2025 EV9 models out of an abundance of caution. Here’s how to fix it.
Kia’s first three-row electric SUV is off to a strong start in the United States. After starting deliveries just before the new year, Kia has already sold more than 20,000 EV9 models in the first 11 months of 2024.
Despite this, the EV9 will be withdrawn from the market again. On December 20, Kia America notified the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that it was recalling 22,883 EV9 models.
In November, Kia inspected 990 random EV9 models in stock, and none of them were found to have missing or loose seat bolts.
Although no crashes, injuries, fatalities, or fires occurred, Kia issued the recall for certain 2024 and 2025 EV9 models out of caution.
If you own an EV9, you will be notified by the first elegance mail. Kia will ask you to take the vehicle to the dealership, who will do so and install the proper screws if necessary. Dealers will ensure that all seat mounting bolts are tightened tightly for safety. The service will be free.
Owner notification letters will be mailed on January 24, 2025. If you have any questions, you can contact Kia Guest Services at 1-800-333-4542. Kia’s recall number is SC239.
You can also contact the NHTSA hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or the NHTSA. gov website. The NHTSA crusade number is 24V-962.
The news comes after Kia recalled 12,400 EV9 models in September due to a software factor with the Remote Smart Parking Assist feature.
Peter Johnson is covering the auto industry’s step-by-step transformation to electric vehicles. He is an experienced investor, financial writer, and EV enthusiast. His enthusiasm for electric vehicles, primarily Tesla, is a significant reason he pursued a career in investments. If he isn’t telling you about his latest 10K findings, you can find him enjoying the outdoors or exercising