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2022 Kia EV6

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2022 EV6.

The 2022 Kia EV6 is the earliest model year in the 2022–2025 complaint record, and it carries the heaviest owner-reported burden of that span with 271 complaints, the highest in the model’s young history and more than five times the 50 complaints logged for 2025. Its most frequently cited problem area is the electrical system, and the model year has drawn four recalls. That concentration of reports makes the 2022 EV6 the most documented year in the EV6’s early reliability history, and the clearest reference point for studying the line’s emerging complaint patterns.

Model year2026202520232022

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque79.0-94.0 ft-lbsOEM · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 47 · 550 CCA battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 47 · 550 CCAOEM · verified
Tire size255/45R20/XL 105HOEM · verified
Wheel / rim8 inOEM · verified

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length184.3 in
Overall width74 in
Overall height61 in
Wheelbase114.2 in
Curb weight4546 lb
Track (front / rear)64.2 / 64.6 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)49/51

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the EV6 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

4.4–6.7 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 4.40 sec — 2022 Wind
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2022Wind Elec 77.4-kWh4.40 sec13.10 sec320 hpAWD
2022Wind Elec 77.4-kWh4.40 sec13.20 sec320 hpAWD
2022GT-Line Elec 74+165-kW 77.4-kWh4.50 sec13.30 sec320 hpAWD
2022GT-Line Elec 74+165-kW 77.4-kWh4.50 sec13.30 sec320 hpAWD
2022GT-Line Elec 74+165-kW 77.4-kWh4.50 sec13.30 sec320 hpAWD
2022GT-Line Elec 168-kW 77.4-kWh6.50 sec15.00 sec320 hpRWD
2022GT-Line Elec 168-kW 77.4-kWh6.70 sec15.20 sec320 hpRWD
2023GT Elec 77.4-kWh3.20 sec11.60 sec576 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

Torque lug nuts to 79.0-94.0 ft-lbs.

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts79.0-94.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

Standard BCI Group Number47
Standard BCI Cranking Performance550 cca

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the coolant every 24,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 24,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

At 8,000 miCabin Air Filter (inspect)
Every 8,000 miAir Conditioning System (inspect) · Battery (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Rack & Pinion Assembly (inspect)
Every 16,000 miCV Joint Boot (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 24,000 miHybrid Inverter (drain, flush & refill coolant)
Every 32,000 miTransmission Assembly (inspect fluid level)
Every 48,000 miBrake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed)
At 120,000 miHybrid Inverter (drain, flush & refill coolant)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2022 model year recorded the highest number of complaints in the generation at 271, along with four recalls, two investigations, and 76 technical service bulletins. Complaints dropped sharply to 131 in 2023, then continued to fall to 70 in 2024 and 50 in 2025, while recalls remained at four for 2022‑2023 before declining to three in 2024 and zero in 2025. Investigations followed a similar downward trend, falling from two in 2022 to none thereafter, and TSBs decreased each year from 76 in 2022 to 19 in 2025. Thus, the 2022 EV6 sits at the peak of reported issues, with later years showing a clear improvement in complaint frequency, recall activity, investigations, and service bulletins. Consequently, for a used purchase, a 2023‑2025 EV6 would likely present fewer known concerns than the 2022 model year.

4
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
76
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
2
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
271
Owner complaints
11 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Frontal★★★★★
Side★★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 271 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Electrical System119
Power Train,Electrical System17
Electrical System,Fuel/Propulsion System16
Unknown Or Other15
Power Train,Electrical System,Fuel/Propulsion System11
Electrical System,Unknown Or Other7
Fuel/Propulsion System7
Power Train5

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 4 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

22V322000Parking Brake:Electrical:Control Module:SoftwareReported 11/05/2022

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. Remedy: 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…

24V200000Electrical System:12V/24V/48V BatteryReported 14/03/2024

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. Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the ICCU and its fuse, as necessary. In addition, dealers will update the ICCU software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 76 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
TSB_BOD3362026-06-04StructureTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: KEY AND CYLINDER SET REPLACEMENT - This bulletin provides…
TSB_ELE4222026-05-27Electrical SystemTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM SOFTWARE UPDATE USING UPDATE.KIA.COM…
WTY044_TSB2026-04-23Electrical SystemWARRANTY EXTENSION CAMPAIGN: TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: ICCU INSPECTION/REPLACEMENT…
WTY044_OWNR2026-04-22Electrical SystemWARRANTY EXTENSION CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION (WTY044) - This document is the owner…
WTY044_QA2026-04-21Electrical SystemWARRANTY EXTENSION CAMPAIGN: QUESTION AND ANSWER (WTY044) - This document is the Question…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

VIN tools

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VIN
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Build data
Plant, GVWR class, engine and body data for any 17-character VIN.
Recalls
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Vehicles with shared specs

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Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

Frequently asked

Does the 2022 EV6 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.