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US recalls (2)
Fuel system, gasoline
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk: A melted fuel tank can leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
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.
Structure: exterior trim
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2025 K5 vehicles. The left and right rear window trim pieces may loosen and detach.
Risk and remedy
Risk: 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.
Canadian recalls (2)
Show 2 Canadian recalls
Fuel system
2025-11-18 · campaign 2025-638
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 fuel could leak.
Note: This recall only affects certain vehicles equipped with a 1.6 L turbocharged engine.
Safety Risk:
A fuel leak can create the risk of a fire.
Corrective Actions:
Kia will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the check valve and update the electronic control unit (ECU) software. The dealer will also inspect and, if necessary, replace the fuel tank.
Structure
2025-07-30 · campaign 2025-398
Issue:
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.
Safety Risk:
Parts that detach from the vehicle could create a road hazard for others and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Kia will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the exterior C-pillar trims.
Owner complaints (31)
Owners filed 31 complaints with NHTSA about the 2024 Kia K5 (1 crashes, 1 injuries reported). Among 6 model years of this model, it ranks #5 for the most complaints (median 110).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Engine | 9 | |
| Structure | 7 | |
| Unknown or other | 7 | |
| Electrical system | 6 | |
| Forward collision avoidance | 4 | |
| Power train | 3 | |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 3 | |
| Service brakes | 2 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2024 Kia K5.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2024 Kia K5 4 DR FWD | 5★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ |
| 2024 Kia K5 4 DR AWD | 5★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2024 Kia K5 version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| K5 1.6 L Automatic (S8) | 27 | 37 | 31 | $2,150 |
| K5 2.5 L Automatic (AM-S8) | 24 | 32 | 27 | $2,500 |
| K5 AWD 1.6 L Automatic (S8) | 25 | 33 | 28 | $2,400 |
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Canada's Vehicle Recalls Database (contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada).
Recalls updated 2026-10-30.