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2025 Kia K5 Recalls

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

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NHTSA campaigns

2

Affected systems

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Urgent advisories

Jul 28, 2025

Latest campaign date

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What the record says

This model year's count is below 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 Exterior Lighting › Lighting Control Module › Software, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2025 Kia K5 recall campaigns

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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 25V351000

Exterior Lighting › Lighting Control Module › Software

Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.

Reported May 27, 2025

What is recalled

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."

Safety consequence

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

Manufacturer 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.

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

Campaign details

Other Kia K5 model years

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2025 Kia K5 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2025 Kia K5 have?

This verified dataset contains 2 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2025 Kia K5. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2025 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