Kia EV6: Forward/Side/Reverse Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist malfunction and limitations / Limitations of Forward/Side/Reverse Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist

Forward/Side/Reverse Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist in the Kia EV6 may not provide braking intervention even when pedestrians, vehicles, or other obstacles are present near the vehicle under the following conditions:

• There is a problem with the vehicle:

  • Aftermarket accessories, non-genuine equipment, or modified components have been installed.

  • The braking system has been modified, including brake discs, calipers, or related components.

  • Wheel alignment is incorrect or suspension components have been altered.

  • Accessories have been attached to the steering wheel or steering system components have been modified.

  • The Kia EV6 has become unstable due to accident damage or structural issues.

  • The bumper height or ultrasonic sensor installation position has been changed.

  • The wide-view cameras or ultrasonic sensors have been damaged.

  • Snow chains, temporary spare tires, or wheels with different dimensions are installed.

  • The camera lenses or ultrasonic sensors are covered with snow, dirt, ice, mud, or other contaminants.

• There is a problem with the surroundings:

  • The cameras are obstructed by direct sunlight, bright reflections, heavy rain, fog, snow, or other adverse weather conditions.

  • The surrounding environment is excessively bright or extremely dark.

  • Ambient temperatures are unusually high or low.

  • Strong winds exceeding approximately 12 mph (20 km/h) are present or are blowing directly across the vehicle.

  • Loud noise sources such as vehicle horns, motorcycles, construction equipment, or truck air brakes are nearby.

  • Objects generating ultrasonic waves are located near the Kia EV6.

  • Wireless electronic equipment is operating close to the ultrasonic sensors.

  • The vehicle is affected by ultrasonic signals from another vehicle's parking assistance system.

  • The road surface is slippery, uneven, or significantly inclined.

• There is a problem with pedestrians or objects:

  • The pedestrian is difficult for the camera or sensors to recognize.

  • A significant height difference exists between the Kia EV6 and the pedestrian.

  • The pedestrian visually blends into the background.

  • The pedestrian is positioned near the outer edge of the detection area.

  • The pedestrian is not standing upright.

  • The pedestrian is unusually short or unusually tall.

  • The pedestrian is wearing clothing that closely matches the surrounding environment.

  • The pedestrian is wearing materials that reflect ultrasonic waves poorly.

  • The object's size, shape, thickness, or material makes ultrasonic detection difficult, such as poles, bushes, curbs, shopping carts, or wall edges.

  • The pedestrian or object is moving unpredictably.

  • The pedestrian or obstacle is positioned extremely close to the vehicle.

  • A large object such as a wall is located directly behind the pedestrian or obstacle.

  • The object is not located near the center of the vehicle's detection area.

  • The object is positioned at an angle and is not parallel to the bumper.

• There is a problem with the driving conditions:

  • The driver begins moving immediately after selecting R (Reverse) or D (Drive).

  • The driver accelerates aggressively or performs sharp steering maneuvers.

  • The Kia EV6 is driven immediately after startup before all systems have completed initialization.

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