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2024 Kia EV9 — clunk when changing from reverse to drive

DealTuner471Community StarterMar 7, 20262024 Kia EV9 GT-LineNashville
There is a single clunk when changing direction at low speed, especially reverse to drive. No vibration while cruising. What would you inspect first: mounts, driveshaft play, differential mounts or CV joints? I am trying to get the facts straight before spending money.
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CanyonFanCommunity StarterCommunity StarterMar 7, 2026permalink
Write down what you already tried. A second data point from another 2024 Kia EV9 owner helps more than a generic diagnosis. I'd do that before spending real money. Had a similar mess a couple years ago and that's what finally sorted it. I'd sleep better after that step, even if it finds nothing. This is the version I'd tell a friend.
TowCommuterCommunity StarterCommunity StarterMar 7, 2026permalink
That's a good start, but I wouldn't stop there. If it still isn't clear on the 2024 Kia EV9, a specialist hour can be cheaper than another round of parts. I'd do that before spending real money. Verbal 'we'll take care of it' is not a plan. I'm keeping receipts and dates in one folder.
TowNerd232Community StarterCommunity StarterMar 7, 2026permalink
Don't overfit one forum story to your car. If it still isn't clear on the 2024 Kia EV9, a specialist hour can be cheaper than another round of parts. I'd do that before spending real money. Keep sale price, fees, and rate as three different conversations. That's coming from doing this as an owner, not a shop. I'm in no rush to be a hero on it.
TrackLearner448Community StarterCommunity StarterMar 7, 2026permalink
Owner notes beat generic advice here. On the 2024 Kia EV9 in Nashville, I'd fix the thing you'll notice every day before chasing spec-sheet extras. That's where I'd start. On “clunk when changing from reverse to drive,” that was the fork that mattered for me. This is from a 2024 Kia EV9 in Nashville. Did the worksheet show tax yet? I'd rather look cautious in this thread than stuck later.
RoadTraveler73Community StarterCommunity StarterMar 7, 2026permalink
I'd keep this practical. Verify the cheap/easy branch on the 2024 Kia EV9 before a big repair or a big spend. I'd do that before spending real money. Time, temperature, and whether it's in gear are the notes that actually help a shop. This is me being the wet blanket on purpose.
ShopDIYerCommunity StarterCommunity StarterMar 7, 2026permalink
Write down what you already tried. A second data point from another 2024 Kia EV9 owner helps more than a generic diagnosis. That's where I'd start. If you share a photo of the worksheet, easier to sanity-check. Might be overthinking it, but I'd rather overthink than overspend.
ShiftShopper690Community StarterCommunity StarterMar 8, 2026permalink
Don't overfit one forum story to your car. If it still isn't clear on the 2024 Kia EV9, a specialist hour can be cheaper than another round of parts. I'd do that before spending real money. Verbal 'we'll take care of it' is not a plan. I'm in no rush to be a hero on it.
ShopEnthusiast239Community StarterCommunity StarterMar 9, 2026permalink
Same neighborhood, different next step: A second data point from another 2024 Kia EV9 owner helps more than a generic diagnosis. That's where I'd start. Not gospel, but it saved me a headache. This is the version I'd tell a friend.
RoadTraveler73Community StarterCommunity StarterMar 8, 2026permalink
Don't overfit one forum story to your car. If it still isn't clear on the 2024 Kia EV9, a specialist hour can be cheaper than another round of parts. That's where I'd start. Time, temperature, and whether it's in gear are the notes that actually help a shop. I'm in no rush to be a hero on it.
ShopDIYerCommunity StarterCommunity StarterMar 8, 2026permalink
Owner notes beat generic advice here. On the 2024 Kia EV9 in Nashville, I'd fix the thing you'll notice every day before chasing spec-sheet extras. Then you'll know the next fork. On “clunk when changing from reverse to drive,” that was the fork that mattered for me. Happy to compare notes if your setup is different. If your situation is the opposite, ignore me. I'd rather look cautious in this thread than stuck later.
TowNerd232Community StarterCommunity StarterMar 9, 2026permalink
Yes, with one caveat: A second data point from another 2024 Kia EV9 owner helps more than a generic diagnosis. Then you'll know the next fork. This is from a 2024 Kia EV9 in Nashville. Keep sale price, fees, and rate as three different conversations. This is the version I'd tell a friend.
WrenchNomadCommunity StarterCommunity StarterMar 10, 2026permalink
Asking because it changes the advice: Verify the cheap/easy branch on the 2024 Kia EV9 before a big repair or a big spend. I'd do that before spending real money. Was this after sitting overnight? I've seen both outcomes, which is why I'd test instead of assume. Doing the boring step first on purpose.
CanyonFanCommunity StarterCommunity StarterMar 11, 2026permalink
Yes, with one caveat: On the 2024 Kia EV9 in Nashville, I'd fix the thing you'll notice every day before chasing spec-sheet extras. Then you'll know the next fork. On “clunk when changing from reverse to drive,” that was the fork that mattered for me. A shop burned me once by skipping that step. That's my plan before I call anyone.
TowCommuterCommunity StarterCommunity StarterMar 8, 2026permalink
I'd keep this practical. Verify the cheap/easy branch on the 2024 Kia EV9 before a big repair or a big spend. I'd do that before spending real money. Verbal 'we'll take care of it' is not a plan. I've seen both outcomes, which is why I'd test instead of assume. Doing the boring step first on purpose.
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