NHTSA safety recalls
2023 Kia K5 Recalls
NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns for the 2023 Kia K5. Recalls are published by year, make and model rather than per-VIN, so check your exact vehicle at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at any franchised dealer, whatever the age of the car or who owns it now.
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These campaigns cover the 2023 Kia K5 as a model line. Decode your VIN to see the build details for your specific car, then confirm the recalls against it at NHTSA.
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25V794000Fuel System, Gasoline
A melted fuel tank can leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
The riskA melted fuel tank can leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix — freeDealers 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 Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 1, 2025.
What was foundKia 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.
25V794000 at NHTSA25V493000Structure · Body · Roof And Pillars
Detached trim pieces can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
The riskDetached trim pieces can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix — freeDealers 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.
What was foundKia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2025 K5 vehicles. The left and right rear window trim pieces may loosen and detach.
25V493000 at NHTSA23V149000Air Bags · Side/window · Curtain
Air bags that do not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
The riskAir bags that do not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix — freeDealers 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.
What was foundKia 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.
23V149000 at NHTSA22V760000Power Train · Automatic Transmission
Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The riskLoss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The fix — freeDealers 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 recall is SC250.
What was foundKia 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.
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Campaign data is published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and is refreshed daily. Check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov — their lookup can confirm applicability and repair status for a specific vehicle; this page lists model-level campaigns.
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