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2023 Kia K5 Recalls

4 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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4

NHTSA campaigns

4

Affected systems

0

Urgent advisories

Nov 17, 2025

Latest campaign date

At a glance

What the record says

This model year's count is above the Kia K5 average of 3.3 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Power Train › Automatic Transmission, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2023 Kia K5 recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 25V794000

Fuel System, Gasoline

Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.

Reported Nov 17, 2025

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

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

Manufacturer 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 Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 1, 2025.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 25V493000

Structure › Body › Roof And Pillars

Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.

Reported Jul 28, 2025

What is recalled

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

Safety consequence

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

Manufacturer 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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 23V149000

Air Bags › Side/window › Curtain

Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.

Reported Mar 7, 2023

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

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

Manufacturer 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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 22V760000

Power Train › Automatic Transmission

Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.

Reported Oct 11, 2022

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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 recall is SC250.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Kia K5 model years

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2023 Kia K5 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2023 Kia K5 have?

This verified dataset contains 4 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2023 Kia K5. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2023 Kia K5?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology