Kia EV6

Following up on this. It was a temperature sensor on the charging port that failed. Have to wait a few weeks for the part to come in. They also updated the software as my car was one of the ones that had an iccu recall even though I wasn't informed until I called about the charging issue.

Not going to lie, it's a bit of a damp squib telling people that are on the fence about EVs that there is something wrong with the charger port and it didn't charge properly when we were away on holidays.

Maybe have a look at a Polestar 2. Around the same price as the EV6 but the maps and route planning, charge scheduling and infotainment are way better. Nothing like sitting on your sofa, setting your route on google maps on your phone and just sending it to the car. Then in the car it tells you your estimated SoC on arrival and return (hellishly accurate) and if you need a charge, finds chargers en route and tells you how long you need to stop for.

Resetting the head unit may sort out the the traffic/non response issue.

Solved similar for me previously.

Download the Kia Connect app and set up your account prior to collecting and you should be able to quickly register the car from a QR code on infotainment screen or by using the VIN number before driving off.
If still registered to previous owner, get the garage to sort it. If they took it as trade in, they should be able to call previous owner and ask them to delete the car from their account.

Issues myself and others had with early models 212/221 to look for that warranty should cover.

1. Check bottom of both headlight clusters for cracks.
2. Check silver trim piece around airbag cover on steering wheel for cracks/breaks beside buttons
3. Ensure all door handles pop out and retract (assuming it is an Irish car, as not all UK versions have automatic pop out handles)

One of mine had cracks and I got it replaced under warranty.

Brian from EVOdyssey on YouTube had it on both of his and got them replaced, so I decided to ask when it was serviced in January.

It took a while to get it approved by Kia, but got a new one fitted about 2 months ago. Dealer told me that a new headlight unit costs about €1700 each for Earth spec, so definitely worth asking.

Are the headlights different on GT-Line models ?

I just said I know of others who have had the same issue and got them replaced. They took pictures and sent off to Kia for warranty claim, but I had to chase them up a few times for an update before eventually getting it done.

I think the problem is lack of any padding under the headlight which I assume has been addressed with later models. I got mine in Jan 22 so was part one of the first deliveries.

If the bonnet is opened regularly I would guess it is more likely to happen. I only use my frunk for charging cables and don’t open it very often as I have a tethered home charger and must have closed it a bit too aggressively once or twice.