2025 Kia K5 Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2025 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.

• 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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• 25V351000May 27, 202582,281 vehicles potentially affected
  Exterior lighting › Lighting control module › Software
  Covers: Kia K5 2025

  Reported issue: Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 K5 vehicles. A software error in the Power-net Domain Controller (PDC) may cause the parking lights to flicker. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  Possible consequence: Parking lights that fail to illuminate properly can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: The PDC software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 24, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC341.

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