Kia EV6 Recall R/2024/197: Kia EV6 Intergrated Charge Control Unit Recall, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 20 May 2024
- Launched
- 16,611
- vehicles in the UK
- 241041
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Kia recalled EV6 vehicles built between 20 April 2021 and 28 February 2024. The Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) may become damaged over time and may not be able to charge the 12-volt battery which can discharge gradually while driving with a progressive reduction of motive power. The recall notice describes the fix as: on affected vehicles check for DTC P1A9096. If not present update the software in the ICCU. If the DTC is present replace the ICCU the fuse and check the software version is correct. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) may become damaged over time and may not be able to charge the 12-volt battery which can discharge gradually while driving with a progressive reduction of motive power.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: Kia EV6 Intergrated Charge Control Unit Recall Defect: On affected vehicles The Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) may become damaged over time and may not be able to charge the 12-volt battery which can discharge gradually while driving with a progressive reduction of motive power. Remedy: On affected vehicles check for DTC P1A9096. If not present update the software in the ICCU. If the DTC is present replace the ICCU the fuse and check the software version is correct.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: kia EV6 intergrated charge control unit recall.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: on affected vehicles check for DTC P1A9096. If not present update the software in the ICCU. If the DTC is present replace the ICCU the fuse and check the software version is correct. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
EV6 built between 20 April 2021 and 28 February 2024 may be included. Kia estimates 16,611 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Kia, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Kia.
- Book with any franchised Kia dealer, quoting the campaign code 241041 or the DVSA reference R/2024/197. See how to get a Kia recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| EV6Kia EV6 HV battery cell misalignment | Urgent | R/2026/309 | |
| EV3, EV4, EV6, EV9 and 3 moreKia cluster malfunction recall | Low | R/2026/139 | |
| EV6, Niro SG2Kia EV6 and Niro SG2 driveshaft recall | Urgent | R/2024/163 | |
| EV6Shifter control unit (scu) upgrade | Low | R/2022/173 |
This is one of 87 Kia recalls in DVSA’s data. The Kia recall launched before it was R/2024/163 on 11 Apr 2024, for kia EV6 and Niro SG2 driveshaft recall. The one launched after it was R/2024/218 on 31 May 2024, for kia Soul SK3 curtain airbag recall. You can also see every Kia recall and all recalls launched in 2024.
Source: DVSA recall R/2024/197, launched 20 May 2024. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.