Kia K5 — Fuel System
High risk
Nov 18, 2025
Model years: 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
Issue: On certain vehicles, the check valve for the purge control system could wear and cause the fuel tank to expand. As a result, the fuel tank could contact hot components and f
Kia K5 — Structure
High risk
Jul 30, 2025
Model years: 2023, 2024
On certain vehicles, the exterior trims on the C-pillars may not be properly attached. As a result, the trim(s) could loosen and separate from the vehicle.
Kia K5 — Airbag
High risk
Mar 8, 2023
Model years: 2021, 2022, 2023
On certain vehicles, the side curtain airbag(s) may not have been installed correctly. As a result, the side curtain airbag(s) may not inflate properly in a crash.
Kia K5 — Powertrain
High risk
Oct 12, 2022
Model years: 2021, 2022, 2023
On certain vehicles, a fault in the transmission oil pump can cause the vehicle to enter "fail-safe mode". When this happens, a programming error can cause a sudden loss of power t
Also affects: Kia Sorento
Kia K5 — Fuel System
High risk
Jul 9, 2021
Model years: 2021
Issue: On certain vehicles, the connection between the high-pressure fuel pipe and fuel pump may not be properly sealed. As a result, a fuel leak could occur. Safety Risk: A fuel l
Also affects: Kia Sorento
Kia K5 — Steering
High risk
Jun 15, 2021
Model years: 2021, 2022
Issue: Under certain driving conditions, a fault in the power steering system could cause reduced power assist when the lane following assist (LFA) system is used. This can cause a