Why are modules missing for the running kernel and/or several drivers/services failing to start?

Solution Unverified - Updated -

Issue

  • Kernel modules for the running kernel are missing from /lib/modules/$(uname -r)
  • Several drivers and/or services are failing to load because of missing modules

Environment

  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux
  • Separate root (/) and boot (/boot) partitions

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