E11
Kia Insulation Resistance Fault (Vehicle or Cable)

Kia home charger shows E11 and charging stops; may be accompanied by a message about insulation resistance.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Moisture inside Type 2 connector or vehicle inlet, Damaged insulation on output cable conductors, Faulty insulation monitoring device (IMD) inside Kia charger, Contamination or conductive debris inside charger output section

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Low insulation resistance can lead to electric shock. Do not use the charger until the cause is identified.

  • 1. Dry the connector: If the charger or cable has been exposed to rain or washing, disconnect and allow the connector and cable to dry thoroughly for at least 24 hours in a warm, dry place.
  • 2. Inspect cable jacket: Look for cuts, deep abrasions, or rodent damage along the cable. Any exposed conductor requires cable replacement.
  • 3. Test with another EV: If E11 only occurs with one vehicle and other chargers work fine, the issue may be in the vehicle’s onboard charger or inlet. Contact a Kia dealer for vehicle diagnostics.
  • 4. Internal inspection (technician): A technician can open the charger (power off) and inspect for water ingress, condensation, or contamination on the output terminals and IMD connections.
  • 5. Replace IMD or cable: If the insulation monitoring device is faulty or the cable insulation is compromised, replace the affected component with a Kia-approved part.
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Repair Difficulty

Professional Required 5/5

Required Part

Insulation Monitoring Device
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