Kia America, Inc. recalls 2025 EV9 vehicles for a damaged rear gear drive unit shaft from improper welds. The defect can cause loss of drive power and raise crash risk. Kia asks owners to contact dealers for a free replacement and lists SC337 as the recall number.
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Dealers will replace the rear GDU, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 7, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC337.
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The EV9 is Kia's larger electric SUV targeting family and daily commuting with electric propulsion. The GDU is part of the drivetrain that transfers power from the electric motor to the wheels.
A defective weld in the rear GDU motor shaft can fail under operation, causing loss of drive power and increasing crash risk.
This recall is not part of a broader industry pattern at this time.
Owners may face inconvenient scheduling for repairs and potential driving disruption; no injuries reported in the provided data.
VIN and recall SC337 on Kia and NHTSA websites; recall letters were mailed March 7, 2025
Repair typically completed during dealer visit; wait times vary but recall processing aims to be completed at no cost
Keep copy of recall notice, VIN, date of service, and dealer correspondence
Model: EV9. Year: 2025. Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc. Sold by: Unknown. Recall date: 2025-02-24. Recall number: SC337.
No injuries or incidents have been reported in the provided data.
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