2023 Kia K5 Recalls

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2023 Kia K5. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 25V794000Nov 17, 2025250,547 vehicles potentially affected
  Fuel system, gasoline
  Covers: Kia K5 2021–2024

  Reported issue: Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2024 K5 vehicles. A damaged check valve can allow air to enter the fuel tank, causing it to expand and contact hot exhaust components, melting the tank.

  Possible consequence: A melted fuel tank can leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the check valve. The fuel tank will be inspected for damage and replaced as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 16, 2026. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC356. Vehicle…

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• 25V493000Jul 28, 2025100,063 vehicles potentially affected
  Structure › Exterior trim
  Covers: Kia K5 2023–2025

  Reported issue: Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2025 K5 vehicles. The left and right rear window trim pieces may loosen and detach.

  Possible consequence: Detached trim pieces can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the C-pillar trim assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC346.

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• 23V149000Mar 7, 2023188,912 vehicles potentially affected
  Air bags › Side/window › Curtain
  Covers: Kia K5 2021–2023

  Reported issue: Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2023 K5 vehicles. The side curtain air bags may have been installed incorrectly, causing them not to deploy properly in the event of a crash.

  Possible consequence: Air bags that do not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will inspect and reinstall the side curtain air bags, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 7, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC263.

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• 22V760000Oct 11, 202269,038 vehicles potentially affected
  Power train › Automatic transmission
  Covers: Kia K5 2021–2023, Sorento 2021–2022

  Reported issue: Kia Motors, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Sorento and 2021-2023 K5 vehicles. The vehicle's "fail-safe" limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired, when prompted by a transmission oil pump malfunction, which can result in a complete loss of drive power.

  Possible consequence: Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary. Dealers will also update the transmission control unit software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 9, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this…

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