2022 KIA K5 Recalls

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Kia Motor America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021 Sorento and 2021-2022 K5 vehicles equipped with 2.5L turbocharged engines. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the high-pressure fuel pump and fuel rail.

NHTSA 21V519000

Report Date

08/07/2021

Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Manufacturer

Kia Motors America

Consequence: A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy / Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC214.

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 K5 vehicles equipped with 2.5L T-GDI engines. The Rack-Mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (R-MDPS) system lacks the ability to diagnose communication faults. If a communication fault occurs while driving around a curve with Lane Following Assist (LFA) engaged, the steering assist level may not adjust properly, causing a sudden increase in the steering effort required.

NHTSA 21V447000

Report Date

14/06/2021

Component

LANE DEPARTURE: LANE KEEP: STEERING ASSIST

Manufacturer

Kia Motors America

Consequence: A sudden increase in steering effort can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy / Corrective Action

Dealers will update the R-MDPS software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are were mailed June 24, 2021. Owner may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC213.

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.

NHTSA 22V760000

Report Date

11/10/2022

Component

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Manufacturer

Kia America, Inc.

Consequence: Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy / Corrective Action

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.

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.

NHTSA 23V149000

Report Date

07/03/2023

Component

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN

Manufacturer

Kia America, Inc.

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

Remedy / Corrective Action

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.

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.

NHTSA 25V794000

Report Date

17/11/2025

Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Manufacturer

Kia America, Inc.

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

Remedy / Corrective Action

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 are expected to be 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many recalls does the 2022 KIA K5 have?

The 2022 KIA K5 currently has 5 recalls according to NHTSA records. All recall information is sourced directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration database.

Are 2022 KIA K5 recalls free to fix?

Yes! All safety recalls for 2022 KIA K5 vehicles must be repaired free of charge by authorized dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. Contact your local KIA dealer to schedule a recall repair.

How do I check if my 2022 KIA K5 has open recalls?

You can check for open recalls by entering your VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) in our VIN decoder tool. The 17-character VIN can be found on your vehicle registration, insurance card, or on the driver's side dashboard visible through the windshield.