Fault profile
Complaint-component records on this vehicle, grouped by family. A complaint naming two systems counts once in each.
When it fails
The timing of this vehicle's reported failures, from the complaint file itself. A cluster tells you what to expect and when; it is shaped by reporting behavior as well as by the vehicle.
Vehicle age when the failure occurred
Known issues
The component families with the most complaint records against this vehicle. Counts, crash and fire figures belong to the whole family, not to any single named issue. Parts listed are related system parts, not a diagnosis.
Electrical system
Fuel system
Power train
Federal defect investigations
Formal investigations opened by the federal safety agency into this vehicle. An investigation is the step between a complaint pattern and a recall; not every one results in one.
| Investigation | Status | Component | Subject |
|---|---|---|---|
| PE23012 opened Jul 2023 | closed Apr 2024 | Electrical System | Loss of Motive Power - led to recall 24V200 On July 3, 2023, the Office of Defect Investigation (ODI) opened PE23012 to investigate allegations of loss of motor power on model year (MY) 2022 Kia EV6 vehicles. |
| DP22005 opened Jan 2023 | closed Aug 2023 | Electrical System | Pedestrian alert sounds - led to recall 22V063000 NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. |
Recall campaigns
Safety-recall remedies are normally provided at no charge. Under US federal law the mandatory free remedy applies when the vehicle was no more than 15 years old at the time the defect was determined; manufacturers often cover older vehicles voluntarily. Canadian rules differ. Confirm eligibility with the manufacturer using the VIN. Each campaign number links to the federal record.
| Campaign | Component | Summary | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26V431000PARK OUTSIDE | Electrical System | Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022-2024 EV6 and 2024 EV9 vehicles. The high voltage battery cells may contain misaligned electrodes, which can lead to a fire while parked or driving. | Normally free |
| 24V867000 | Electrical System | Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022-2024 EV6 vehicles. The Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) may become damaged and stop charging the 12-volt battery, which can result in a loss of drive power. | Normally free |
| 24V200000 | Electrical System | Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022-2024 EV6 vehicles. The Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) may become damaged and stop charging the 12-Volt battery, which can result in a loss of drive power. | Normally free |
| 22V322000 | Parking Brake | 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. | Normally free |
Transport Canada recalls
Recalls issued under Canadian law for this model year, from Transport Canada's Vehicle Recalls Database. Matched by model name, so a Canadian-market variant may appear here that was sold under another name in the US. Units are Canadian vehicles affected.
| Recall | System | Units (CA) | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024700 2024-11-18 | High Voltage | 11,445 | Issue: Over time, the integrated charging control unit (ICCU) could become damaged. As a result, the 12 V battery will not charge and could cause the vehicle to enter a reduced power mode. |
| 2024549 2024-08-15 | Label | 647,384 | Issue: On certain vehicles, the compliance label may be missing information in French. The words listed on the label for "Tires", "Rims", "Front" and "Rear" appear in English only, when they should be listed as "Tires/Pneus",... |
| 2024173 2024-03-15 | High Voltage | 6,745 | This recall was replaced by Transport Canada recall no. 2024-700. Issue: Over time, the integrated charging control unit (ICCU) could become damaged. |
| 2022247 2022-05-11 | Powertrain | 440 | Issue: On certain vehicles, the parking pawl could disengage for a short time just after the vehicle is parked and turned off. As a result, the vehicle could move suddenly if the parking brake isn't used. |
Service bulletins and warranty extensions
Manufacturer communications to dealers on file with the federal agency: repair instructions, service campaigns, and warranty extensions. A warranty extension means the manufacturer may pay for a repair the recall table does not cover.
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| WTY044_DP Apr 2026 | WARRANTY EXTENSION | Fuel/Propulsion System | WARRANTY EXTENSION CAMPAIGN: DEALER PRINCIPAL MEMO (WTY044) - This document is the announcement to the dealer principals advising that Kia is extending the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage to all owners for certain repairs related to the Integrated Charging Control Unit... |
| WTY044_DPSM Apr 2026 | WARRANTY EXTENSION | Electrical System | WARRANTY EXTENSION CAMPAIGN: DEALER PARTS AND SERVICE MANAGER MEMO (WTY044) - This document is the announcement to the dealer Parts and Service managers advising that Kia is extending the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage to all owners for certain repairs related to the... |
| WTY044_REIMB Apr 2026 | WARRANTY EXTENSION | Fuel/Propulsion System | WARRANTY EXTENSION CAMPAIGN: REIMBURSEMENT FORM (WTY044) - This document is a Reimbursement Request form that was mailed with the customer letter advising them to submit the form if they had paid for repairs for this same matter prior to the warranty extension campaign program... |
| WTY044_OWNR Apr 2026 | WARRANTY EXTENSION | Fuel/Propulsion System | WARRANTY EXTENSION CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION (WTY044) - This document is the owner notification advising that Kia is extending the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage to all owners for certain repairs related to the Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) in 2022-2024 MY... |
| WTY044_QA Apr 2026 | WARRANTY EXTENSION | Electrical System | WARRANTY EXTENSION CAMPAIGN: QUESTION AND ANSWER (WTY044) - This document is the Question and Answer Guide containing the most frequently asked questions regarding the Warranty Extension Campaign WTY044. |
Show 55 more bulletins
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| TSB_CLI049_R2 Aug 2026 | Visibility/Wiper | TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR – ELECTRICAL A/C COMPRESSOR - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. | |
| TSB_BOD336 Jun 2026 | Structure | TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: KEY AND CYLINDER SET REPLACEMENT - This bulletin provides information to replace the driver’s door lock and trunk lid key cylinders on some 2019-2024MY Kia vehicles listed below. | |
| TSB_ELE422 May 2026 | Electrical System | TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM SOFTWARE UPDATE USING UPDATE.KIA.COM - This bulletin provides information and service procedures for updating the infotainment systems on applicable Kia vehicles using the Kia Navigation Updater available at update.kia.com. | |
| WTY044_TSB Apr 2026 | Fuel/Propulsion System | WARRANTY EXTENSION CAMPAIGN: TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: ICCU INSPECTION/REPLACEMENT (WTY044) - This bulletin provides information associated with the ‘Warranty Extension Program’ (WTY044) to inspect and, if necessary, replace the Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) and/or... | |
| TSB_ELE417 Apr 2026 | Electrical System | TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFOTAINMENT SOFTWARE UPDATE PROCEDURE - This bulletin provides information on the process for downloading infotainment software updates and preparing USB for installation on applicable Kia vehicles. | |
| SC327Y_TSB_R1 Jan 2026 | Fuel/Propulsion System | TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SUBSEQUENT REPAIR ACTION: ICCU AND FUSE REPLACEMENT (SC327Y) - This bulletin provides information related to the Technical Service Bulletin previously published under SC327, titled “ICCU and Fuse Inspection/Replacement and ICCU Software Upgrade.” If... | |
| PS797 Dec 2025 | Back Over Prevention | PITSTOP: TECHNICAL OPERATIONS: EXTERNAL DAMAGE TO ULTRASONIC SENSOR: This Pitstop provides information related to Parking Distance Warning (PDW) alerts and repairs involving ultrasonic sensors. | |
| TSB_TRA046_R5 Apr 2025 | Power Train | TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. | |
| TSB_ELE378 Mar 2025 | Electrical System | TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: KIA CONNECT MODEM RESET (SA611) - This bulletin outlines the procedure for resetting the modem in certain 2016-2025MY Kia vehicles listed on page 3 that are equipped with Kia Connect Services. | |
| TSB_ELE367 Jan 2025 | Electrical System | TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: LIMP-HOME MODE OPERATION LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA599) - This bulletin provides information to upgrade the Vehicle Control Unit (VCU) software on certain 2022-2024MY EV6 (CV) vehicles produced from November 17, 2021, through July 18, 2024,... | |
| SC327Y_TSB Dec 2024 | Electrical System | This bulletin provides information related to the Technical Service Bulletin previously published under SC327, titled “ICCU and Fuse Inspection/Replacement and ICCU Software Upgrade.” If DTC P1A9096 is present or stored after ICCU Software Upgrade has been performed per SC327. | |
| SC302Y_TSB_CLSD Dec 2024 | Electrical System | This bulletin was closed and superseded by SC327Y TSB. "This bulletin provides information related to the Technical Service Bulletin previously published under SC302, titled “ICCU and Fuse Inspection/Replacement and ICCU Software Upgrade.” If DTC P1A9096 is present or stored... | |
| TSB_ELE303_R3 Nov 2024 | Electrical System | TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: AVN 5.0 WIDE NON-RESPONSIVE RADIO ICON (AM, FM, SXM) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. | |
| SC302Y_TSB Jun 2024 | Electrical System | This bulletin provides information related to the Technical Service Bulletin previously published under SC302, titled “ICCU and Fuse Inspection/Replacement and ICCU Software Upgrade.” If DTC P1A9096 is present or stored after ICCU Software Upgrade has been performed per SC302. | |
| SC311_OWNR Jun 2024 | SERVICE CAMPAIGN | Electrical System | VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION (SC311) - This document is the owner notification advising that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign to update the Vehicle Charge Management System (VCMS) Electronic Control Unit (ECU) with improved software in certain... |
| SC311_TSB Jun 2024 | SERVICE CAMPAIGN | Fuel/Propulsion System | TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: VCMC SOFTWARE LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SC311) - This bulletin provides information to upgrade the software on the Vehicle Charge Management System (VCMS) in certain 2022-2024MY EV6, EV6 GT (CV) vehicles produced from November 17,... |
| SC311_DP May 2024 | SERVICE CAMPAIGN | Electrical System | VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: DEALER PRINCIPAL MEMO (SC311) - This document is the announcement to the dealer principals that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign to update the Vehicle Charge Management System (VCMS) Electronic Control Unit (ECU) on certain 2022-2024 MY... |
| SC311_DPSM May 2024 | SERVICE CAMPAIGN | Electrical System | VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: DEALER PARTS AND SERVICE MANAGER MEMO (SC311) - This document is the announcement to the dealer Parts and Service Managers that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign to update the Vehicle Charge Management System (VCMS) Electronic Control... |
| SC311_QA May 2024 | SERVICE CAMPAIGN | Fuel/Propulsion System | VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: QUESTION AND ANSWER - This document is the Question and Answer Guide containing the most frequently asked questions regarding the Voluntary Service Campaign SC311. |
| TSB_TRA046_R4 May 2024 | Power Train | This bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid type and fill quantity requirement for each Kia model. A flush is required ONLY when a transmission is replaced. | |
| TSB_ELE303_R2 Feb 2024 | Electrical System | TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: AVN 5.0 WIDE NON-RESPONSIVE RADIO ICON (AM, FM, SXM) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. | |
| TSB_ELE276_R3 Feb 2024 | Electrical System | TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: EXTERNAL AMP REPLACEMENT FOR NOISE/NO SOUND ISSUES (SA520) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. | |
| PS753 Dec 2023 | Visibility | PITSTOP: AIR CONDITIONER AUTO-DRY WHILE VEHICLE IS OFF - This Pitstop provides information regarding the new feature Air Conditioner Auto-Dry on some 2022-2024MY EV6 (CV), 2024MY Sportage (NQ5a), and 2024MY Niro EV (SG2 EV) vehicles. | |
| TSB_ELE314 Oct 2023 | Electrical System | TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: UNEVEN/SLIPPERY ROAD WARNING DISPLAYED ON INSTRUMENT CLUSTER - This bulletin provides information to update the software on 5th Generation AVN wide on certain 2020-2023MY Kia vehicles (refer to model list on page 3) to remedy a warning sound... | |
| TSB_ELE303_R1 Sep 2023 | Equipment | This bulletin provides information to update the software on 5th Generation AVN wide on certain 2020-2024MY Kia vehicles (refer to model list on page 3) to remedy a 'non-responsive' or 'inoperative' radio (FM, AM, SXM, etc. ) concern. | |
| PS750 Sep 2023 | Steering | PITSTOP: AWD SYSTEM CONCERN DUE TO TIRE CIRCUMFERENCE - This Pitstop provides information regarding potential concerns with the All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) system due to tire sizes of differing circumference. | |
| TSB_ELE303 Aug 2023 | Equipment | TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: AVN 5.0 WIDE NON-RESPONSIVE RADIO ICON (AM, FM, SXM) - This bulletin provides information to update the software on 5th Generation AVN wide on certain 2020-2023MY Kia vehicles to remedy a 'non-responsive' or 'inoperative' radio (FM,... | |
| SC273_TSB_R1 Aug 2023 | Service Brakes | VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: VCU SOFTWARE LOGIC UPGRADE (SC273) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. | |
| SC273A_OWNR Aug 2023 | Exterior Lighting | VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION - This document is the owner notification advising that Kia America, Inc. is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign to upgrade the Vehicle Control Unit (âÂÂVCUâÂÂ) software logic in certain 2022-2023 MY EV6 vehicles. | |
| SC273A_DP Jul 2023 | Exterior Lighting | VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: DEALER PRINCIPAL MEMO - This document is the announcement to the dealer principals that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign to upgrade the Vehicle Control Unit (âÂÂVCUâÂÂ) software logic in certain 2022-2023 MY EV6 vehicles... | |
| SC273A_DPSM Jul 2023 | Exterior Lighting | VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: DEALER PARTS AND SERVICE MANAGER MEMO - This document is the announcement to the dealer Parts and Service Managers that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign to upgrade the Vehicle Control Unit (âÂÂVCUâÂÂ) software logic in certain... | |
| SC273A_QA Jul 2023 | Exterior Lighting | VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: QUESTION AND ANSWER - This document is the Question and Answer Guide containing the most frequently asked questions regarding the Voluntary Service Campaign (SC273A). | |
| SC273_TSB Jul 2023 | Exterior Lighting | VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: VCU SOFTWARE LOGIC UPGRADE (SC273) - This bulletin provides information to upgrade the software logic of the Vehicle Control Unit (VCU) on certain 2022-2023MY EV6 (CV) vehicles produced from November 17, 2021 through May 30, 2023, in order to enhance... | |
| SC271_OWNR Jul 2023 | Electrical System | VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION - This document is the owner notification advising that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign to inspect the Integrated Charging Control Unit ("ICCU") and install an improved software logic in certain 2022-2023 MY... | |
| SC271_TSB Jul 2023 | Engine And Engine Cooling | VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: ICCU SOFTWARE UPGRADE OR ICCU ASSEMBLY AND FUSE REPLACEMENT (SC271) - This bulletin provides information to inspect the Integrated Charging Control Unit ("ICCU") in certain 2022-2023MY EV6 (CV) vehicles manufactured from November 17, 2021... | |
| SC271_DP Jul 2023 | Engine And Engine Cooling | VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: DEALER PRINCIPAL MEMO - This document is the announcement to the dealer principals that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign to inspect the Integrated Charging Control Unit ("ICCU") and install an improved software logic in certain... | |
| SC271_DPSM Jul 2023 | Electrical System | VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: DEALER PARTS AND SERVICE MANAGER MEMO - This document is the announcement to the dealer Parts and Service Managers that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign to inspect the Integrated Charging Control Unit ("ICCU") and install an... | |
| SC271_QA Jul 2023 | Electrical System | VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: QUESTION AND ANSWER - This document is the Question and Answer Guide containing the most frequently asked questions regarding the Voluntary Service Campaign (SC271). | |
| TSB_CLI049_R1 Jun 2023 | Visibility | TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR - ELECTRICAL A/C COMPRESSOR - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. | |
| TSB_ELE291_R1 Jun 2023 | Electrical System | TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: BMS UPGRADE FOR BATTERY CONDITIONING MODE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. | |
| PS748 Jun 2023 | Electrical System | PITSTOP: SHARING KIA CONNECT CREDENTIALS WITH THIRD-PARTY APPS AND POTENTIAL IMPACT TO 12V BATTERY IN EVS - Kia is aware of reports of unexpected drainage of the 12-volt battery in some Kia electric vehicles (EVs). | |
| TSB_ELE290_R1 May 2023 | Electrical System | TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: BMS DTC JUDGEMENT LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (P1AA600) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. | |
| PS747 May 2023 | Power Train | PITSTOP: MAINTAIN NEUTRAL (N) POSITION FOR AN AUTOMATED CARWASH - This bulletin provides information on how to maintain the Neutral (N) position on 2022MY~ EV6 (CV) vehicles when using an automated car wash. | |
| PS746 May 2023 | Structure | PITSTOP: MATTE PAINT FINISH CARE INSTRUCTIONS - This pitstop provides instructions regarding matte paint finish on some 2022MY~ vehicles. Contrary to gloss paint, matte painted surfaces have a unique finish with low gloss due to diffused light reflection. | |
| TSB_BOD305_CLSD May 2023 | Unknown Or Other | TSB_BOD305_CLSD: TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: MATTE PAINT FINISH CARE INSTRUCTIONS - BOD305 superseded by PS746, TSB CLOSED. | |
| TSB_ELE291 Apr 2023 | Electrical System | TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: BMS UPGRADE FOR BATTERY CONDITIONING MODE - This bulletin provides the procedure to install the Battery Conditioning Mode function on some 2022MY EV6 (CV) vehicles produced from November 17, 2021 through October 21, 2022 by updating the software logic... | |
| TSB_ELE292 Apr 2023 | Electrical System | TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: VCU SOFTWARE UPGRADE FOR i-PEDAL OPERATION (SA533) - This bulletin provides the procedure to update the software logic of the Vehicle Control Unit (VCU) system on certain 2022MY EV6 (CV) vehicles produced from November 17, 2021 through... | |
| TSB_ELE276_R2 Mar 2023 | Electrical System | TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: EXTERNAL AMP REPLACEMENT FOR NOISE/NO SOUND ISSUES (SA520) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. | |
| TSB_ELE283 Jan 2023 | Electrical System | TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: VCMS BATTERY CHARGING LOGIC IMPROVEMENT - This bulletin provides the procedure to update the software logic of the Vehicle Charging Management System (VCMS) system on some 2022-2023MY EV6 vehicles produced from November 17, 2021 through December 20,... | |
| TSB_ELE276_R1 Dec 2022 | Electrical System | TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN - SERVICE ACTION: EXTERNAL AMP REPLACEMENT FOR NOISE/NO SOUND ISSUES (SA520): This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. | |
| TSB_ELE267 Dec 2022 | Electrical System | TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN - SERVICE ACTION: EXTERNAL AMP REPLACEMENT FOR NOISE/NO SOUND ISSUES (SA520): This Service Action (SA520), along with SA521, supersedes SA494A, which is now closed. Please follow the updated information in this bulletin. | |
| TSB_ELE277 Dec 2022 | Electrical System | TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: AMP LOGIC IMPROVEMENT FOR NOISE/NO SOUND ISSUES (SA521) - This Service Action (SA521), along with SA520, supersedes SA494A, which is now closed. Please follow the updated information in this bulletin. | |
| TSB_TRA046_R3 Nov 2022 | Power Train | TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE - This bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid type and fill quantity requirement for each Kia model. | |
| TSB_ELE274 Nov 2022 | Exterior Lighting | TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: LED HEADLAMP AIM INSPECTION & ADJUSTMENT (SA518) - This bulletin provides the procedure to inspect and, if necessary, adjust the headlamp aim on some 2022-2023MY EV6 (CV) vehicles equipped with Light Emitting Diode (LED) headlamps,... | |
| TSB_CLI052 Nov 2022 | Visibility | TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: DATC LOGIC IMPROVEMENT FOR CELSIUS TO FAHRENHEIT CONVERSION (SA513) - This bulletin provides the procedure to update the software logic of the Dual Auto Temperature Controller (DATC) on some 2022MY EV6 (CV) vehicles produced from... |
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Before you buy this vehicle
A test-drive checklist generated from this vehicle's own complaint and recall record.
- Sit in it with the engine off and test everything that has a switch.Windows, locks, lights, the cluster, the radio. Electrical faults are this vehicle's story and the hardest to see on a drive: an intermittent no-start waits for the second week of ownership. Ask for the battery's age and whether any control module has been replaced.
- Smell for fuel and watch the first restart when hot.Hard starting when warm, hesitation under load, or any fuel odor near the tank or engine bay match this vehicle's fuel-system cluster. Check the recall table for fuel pump campaigns.
- Drive it from a dead stop, twice, on a hill if you can.Shudder, hesitation, or a lurch under light throttle is how this vehicle's largest complaint cluster shows itself. Then ask for the transmission service history in writing; repeat repairs are a pattern, not a fluke.
- Run the VIN against open recalls before you negotiate.This vehicle has 4 recall campaigns on file. An open recall needs VIN-specific confirmation. Many are quick, no-charge fixes and worth negotiating over; an unresolved do-not-drive advisory, or a remedy the manufacturer has not yet made available, should stop the purchase until it is resolved.
- Ask the dealer whether the warranty extension on file still applies to this VIN.The manufacturer issued 5 warranty extensions for this vehicle (see the service bulletins section). Extended coverage often runs by years or miles from the original sale, and a repair the seller paid for may have been free.
- Ask for the service history in writing, then read it against this page.The complaint families above are where owners of this vehicle report trouble. Repairs in exactly those systems are evidence the car had the problem; no such repairs could mean it never developed it, or that it was never fixed. The test-drive items above are how you tell those apart.
Parts search directory
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