KIA K5 2021

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Complaints & Recalls

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Official Safety Recalls - Important!

12 Recalls

These are official manufacturer recalls ordered by NHTSA for safety defects. If you own this vehicle, contact your dealer immediately for free repairs.

Kia America, Inc.
NHTSA Campaign: 23V149000 SAFETY RECALL
188.9K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Mar 7, 2023
Safety Issue:

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.

Potential Risk:
Air bags that do not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
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.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local KIA dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: SC263
Notice Date: Apr 7, 2023
Recall Date: Mar 7, 2023
Kia America, Inc.
NHTSA Campaign: 22V760000 SAFETY RECALL
69K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Oct 11, 2022
Safety Issue:

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.

Potential Risk:
Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
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.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local KIA dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: SC250
Notice Date: Dec 9, 2022
Recall Date: Oct 11, 2022
Kia Motors America
NHTSA Campaign: 21V519000 SAFETY RECALL
21.6K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Jul 8, 2021
Safety Issue:

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.

Potential Risk:
A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
FREE Recall Solution:
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.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local KIA dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: SC214
Notice Date: Jul 21, 2021
Recall Date: Jul 8, 2021
Kia Motors America
NHTSA Campaign: 21V447000 SAFETY RECALL
846 Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Jun 14, 2021
Safety Issue:

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.

Potential Risk:
A sudden increase in steering effort can increase the risk of a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
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.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local KIA dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: SC213
Notice Date: Jun 24, 2021
Recall Date: Jun 14, 2021
Kia Motors America
NHTSA Campaign: 21V164000 SAFETY RECALL
142 Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Mar 11, 2021
Safety Issue:

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021 Telluride, K5, and Forte vehicles. The Occupant Classification and Detection System (OCS/ODS) unit may not detect the presence of a child restraint system in the front passenger seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Potential Risk:
In the event of a crash, deployment of the front passenger air bag, with a child in that seat, can increase the risk of injury to the child.
FREE Recall Solution:
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the OCS/ODS unit, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC207.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local KIA dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: SC207
Notice Date: Mar 18, 2021
Recall Date: Mar 11, 2021

Consumer Complaints

156 Complaints
Kia America, Inc.
Campaign: 11677076 Other
Jul 29, 2025
Defect Description:

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS

Potential Consequences:

Check engine light came on and when filling up my gas tank, gas spit back out at me which has happened with the fuel tank i had in it last year and has since been replaced. Forward collision, EBS, traction control and forward safety sensor lights came on the next day and the car is running extremely rough. It was towed to a shop to see if it has to do with the fuel tank recall. Multiple people in Roanoke, Virginia are having the exact same problem as is a large portion of people online complaining about the exact same thing. Some going back 30 weeks ago.

Corrective Action:

Check engine light came on and when filling up my gas tank, gas spit back out at me which has happened with the fuel tank i had in it last year and has since been replaced. Forward collision, EBS, traction control and forward safety sensor lights came on the next day and the car is running extremely rough. It was towed to a shop to see if it has to do with the fuel tank recall. Multiple people in Roanoke, Virginia are having the exact same problem as is a large portion of people online complaining about the exact same thing. Some going back 30 weeks ago.

Additional Notes:

Check engine light came on and when filling up my gas tank, gas spit back out at me which has happened with the fuel tank i had in it last year and has since been replaced. Forward collision, EBS, traction control and forward safety sensor lights came on the next day and the car is running extremely rough. It was towed to a shop to see if it has to do with the fuel tank recall. Multiple people in Roanoke, Virginia are having the exact same problem as is a large portion of people online complaining about the exact same thing. Some going back 30 weeks ago.

Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: 11677076
Notice Date: Jul 29, 2025
Recall Date: Jul 29, 2025
Kia America, Inc.
Campaign: 11677076 Other
Jul 29, 2025
Defect Description:

BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS

Potential Consequences:

Check engine light came on and when filling up my gas tank, gas spit back out at me which has happened with the fuel tank i had in it last year and has since been replaced. Forward collision, EBS, traction control and forward safety sensor lights came on the next day and the car is running extremely rough. It was towed to a shop to see if it has to do with the fuel tank recall. Multiple people in Roanoke, Virginia are having the exact same problem as is a large portion of people online complaining about the exact same thing. Some going back 30 weeks ago.

Corrective Action:

Check engine light came on and when filling up my gas tank, gas spit back out at me which has happened with the fuel tank i had in it last year and has since been replaced. Forward collision, EBS, traction control and forward safety sensor lights came on the next day and the car is running extremely rough. It was towed to a shop to see if it has to do with the fuel tank recall. Multiple people in Roanoke, Virginia are having the exact same problem as is a large portion of people online complaining about the exact same thing. Some going back 30 weeks ago.

Additional Notes:

Check engine light came on and when filling up my gas tank, gas spit back out at me which has happened with the fuel tank i had in it last year and has since been replaced. Forward collision, EBS, traction control and forward safety sensor lights came on the next day and the car is running extremely rough. It was towed to a shop to see if it has to do with the fuel tank recall. Multiple people in Roanoke, Virginia are having the exact same problem as is a large portion of people online complaining about the exact same thing. Some going back 30 weeks ago.

Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: 11677076
Notice Date: Jul 29, 2025
Recall Date: Jul 29, 2025
Kia America, Inc.
Campaign: 11677076 Other
Jul 29, 2025
Defect Description:

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Potential Consequences:

Check engine light came on and when filling up my gas tank, gas spit back out at me which has happened with the fuel tank i had in it last year and has since been replaced. Forward collision, EBS, traction control and forward safety sensor lights came on the next day and the car is running extremely rough. It was towed to a shop to see if it has to do with the fuel tank recall. Multiple people in Roanoke, Virginia are having the exact same problem as is a large portion of people online complaining about the exact same thing. Some going back 30 weeks ago.

Corrective Action:

Check engine light came on and when filling up my gas tank, gas spit back out at me which has happened with the fuel tank i had in it last year and has since been replaced. Forward collision, EBS, traction control and forward safety sensor lights came on the next day and the car is running extremely rough. It was towed to a shop to see if it has to do with the fuel tank recall. Multiple people in Roanoke, Virginia are having the exact same problem as is a large portion of people online complaining about the exact same thing. Some going back 30 weeks ago.

Additional Notes:

Check engine light came on and when filling up my gas tank, gas spit back out at me which has happened with the fuel tank i had in it last year and has since been replaced. Forward collision, EBS, traction control and forward safety sensor lights came on the next day and the car is running extremely rough. It was towed to a shop to see if it has to do with the fuel tank recall. Multiple people in Roanoke, Virginia are having the exact same problem as is a large portion of people online complaining about the exact same thing. Some going back 30 weeks ago.

Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: 11677076
Notice Date: Jul 29, 2025
Recall Date: Jul 29, 2025
Kia America, Inc.
Campaign: 11676487 Other
Jul 27, 2025
Defect Description:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Potential Consequences:

I am submitting this complaint regarding ongoing and unresolved safety issues with my Kia K5, which I believe are directly related to a known recall involving the ECM (engine control module) and/or fuel system. My vehicle continues to jerk and misfire during acceleration, and it has even stalled at idle on multiple occasions — creating a serious safety concern for myself and others on the road. I have already completed the recommended repairs, including new ignition coils and spark plugs, yet the problem persists. Despite these symptoms aligning with known recall-related issues, Kia of Orange Park (Florida) has refused to fully diagnose or investigate the matter, citing that the recall does not apply in my case. However, the symptoms match those outlined in other ECM/fuel system-related recalls, and this is not the first time this dealership has failed to properly address mechanical concerns. Previously, I had to escalate an A/C issue to Kia Corporate, which only resulted in a resolution after a recall was issued right before my vehicle was set to be returned with the same issue. That situation makes me extremely concerned that my current safety concerns are again being ignored and will only be addressed after a broader recall is issued. I am requesting that the NHTSA investigate this matter, as I am worried this defect may affect other vehicles and poses a safety risk that Kia and its dealerships are not taking seriously. Thank you for your attention and action.

Corrective Action:

I am submitting this complaint regarding ongoing and unresolved safety issues with my Kia K5, which I believe are directly related to a known recall involving the ECM (engine control module) and/or fuel system. My vehicle continues to jerk and misfire during acceleration, and it has even stalled at idle on multiple occasions — creating a serious safety concern for myself and others on the road. I have already completed the recommended repairs, including new ignition coils and spark plugs, yet the problem persists. Despite these symptoms aligning with known recall-related issues, Kia of Orange Park (Florida) has refused to fully diagnose or investigate the matter, citing that the recall does not apply in my case. However, the symptoms match those outlined in other ECM/fuel system-related recalls, and this is not the first time this dealership has failed to properly address mechanical concerns. Previously, I had to escalate an A/C issue to Kia Corporate, which only resulted in a resolution after a recall was issued right before my vehicle was set to be returned with the same issue. That situation makes me extremely concerned that my current safety concerns are again being ignored and will only be addressed after a broader recall is issued. I am requesting that the NHTSA investigate this matter, as I am worried this defect may affect other vehicles and poses a safety risk that Kia and its dealerships are not taking seriously. Thank you for your attention and action.

Additional Notes:

I am submitting this complaint regarding ongoing and unresolved safety issues with my Kia K5, which I believe are directly related to a known recall involving the ECM (engine control module) and/or fuel system. My vehicle continues to jerk and misfire during acceleration, and it has even stalled at idle on multiple occasions — creating a serious safety concern for myself and others on the road. I have already completed the recommended repairs, including new ignition coils and spark plugs, yet the problem persists. Despite these symptoms aligning with known recall-related issues, Kia of Orange Park (Florida) has refused to fully diagnose or investigate the matter, citing that the recall does not apply in my case. However, the symptoms match those outlined in other ECM/fuel system-related recalls, and this is not the first time this dealership has failed to properly address mechanical concerns. Previously, I had to escalate an A/C issue to Kia Corporate, which only resulted in a resolution after a recall was issued right before my vehicle was set to be returned with the same issue. That situation makes me extremely concerned that my current safety concerns are again being ignored and will only be addressed after a broader recall is issued. I am requesting that the NHTSA investigate this matter, as I am worried this defect may affect other vehicles and poses a safety risk that Kia and its dealerships are not taking seriously. Thank you for your attention and action.

Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: 11676487
Notice Date: Jul 27, 2025
Recall Date: Jul 27, 2025
Kia America, Inc.
Campaign: 11675567 Other
Jul 23, 2025
Defect Description:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Consequences:

AC blower stoped working

Corrective Action:

AC blower stoped working

Additional Notes:

AC blower stoped working

Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: 11675567
Notice Date: Jul 23, 2025
Recall Date: Jul 23, 2025
Kia America, Inc.
Campaign: 11675207 Other
Jul 21, 2025
Defect Description:

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Potential Consequences:

My fuel tank expanded while I was driving on the highway, causing my car to stall and would not respond to me pushing on the gas. I pulled over on the side of the highway and looked back and saw my rear seats were pushed up. Got it towed to the Kia dealership and they informed me that my car was totaled because the gas tank expanded so much it bent my frame. This has been an ongoing issue with Kia/Hyundai vehicles but they have still not issued a formal recall, only a voluntary callback even though this is a very dangerous defect.

Corrective Action:

My fuel tank expanded while I was driving on the highway, causing my car to stall and would not respond to me pushing on the gas. I pulled over on the side of the highway and looked back and saw my rear seats were pushed up. Got it towed to the Kia dealership and they informed me that my car was totaled because the gas tank expanded so much it bent my frame. This has been an ongoing issue with Kia/Hyundai vehicles but they have still not issued a formal recall, only a voluntary callback even though this is a very dangerous defect.

Additional Notes:

My fuel tank expanded while I was driving on the highway, causing my car to stall and would not respond to me pushing on the gas. I pulled over on the side of the highway and looked back and saw my rear seats were pushed up. Got it towed to the Kia dealership and they informed me that my car was totaled because the gas tank expanded so much it bent my frame. This has been an ongoing issue with Kia/Hyundai vehicles but they have still not issued a formal recall, only a voluntary callback even though this is a very dangerous defect.

Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: 11675207
Notice Date: Jul 21, 2025
Recall Date: Jul 21, 2025
Kia America, Inc.
Campaign: 11674722 Other
Jul 19, 2025
Defect Description:

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Potential Consequences:

Expansion of air tank, causing to pop up frame in backseat and total car deemed unsafe to drive. No warnings car had never been in the shop prayer happened while driving over rule Mountain area with two children in the backseat. Kia inspected diagnostic ran stated it was air in gas tank under a recall claim to fix it for free and then two weeks later stated it was going to Kia America for a case number. Kia America called and stated that it was not safe to drive and the car is totaled.

Corrective Action:

Expansion of air tank, causing to pop up frame in backseat and total car deemed unsafe to drive. No warnings car had never been in the shop prayer happened while driving over rule Mountain area with two children in the backseat. Kia inspected diagnostic ran stated it was air in gas tank under a recall claim to fix it for free and then two weeks later stated it was going to Kia America for a case number. Kia America called and stated that it was not safe to drive and the car is totaled.

Additional Notes:

Expansion of air tank, causing to pop up frame in backseat and total car deemed unsafe to drive. No warnings car had never been in the shop prayer happened while driving over rule Mountain area with two children in the backseat. Kia inspected diagnostic ran stated it was air in gas tank under a recall claim to fix it for free and then two weeks later stated it was going to Kia America for a case number. Kia America called and stated that it was not safe to drive and the car is totaled.

Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: 11674722
Notice Date: Jul 19, 2025
Recall Date: Jul 19, 2025
Kia America, Inc.
Campaign: 11674755 Other
Jul 19, 2025
Defect Description:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Consequences:

Air/hearing works intermittently. I’ve had fuses replaced and this seems to be a known and ongoing issue that Kia refuses to acknowledge. Many have reported that the wires are melting inside of the fuse box and I fear that this may result in a fire.

Corrective Action:

Air/hearing works intermittently. I’ve had fuses replaced and this seems to be a known and ongoing issue that Kia refuses to acknowledge. Many have reported that the wires are melting inside of the fuse box and I fear that this may result in a fire.

Additional Notes:

Air/hearing works intermittently. I’ve had fuses replaced and this seems to be a known and ongoing issue that Kia refuses to acknowledge. Many have reported that the wires are melting inside of the fuse box and I fear that this may result in a fire.

Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: 11674755
Notice Date: Jul 19, 2025
Recall Date: Jul 19, 2025
Kia America, Inc.
Campaign: 11674500 Other
Jul 18, 2025
Defect Description:

STRUCTURE:BODY

Potential Consequences:

I was driving down the highway when I heard a loud explosion like a gunshot that caused me to slow down and almost getting into an accident. It was scary; I came to a stop and realized that my sunroof had exploded. There is a large hole in my sunroof bigger than a watermelon with glass particles everywhere.

Corrective Action:

I was driving down the highway when I heard a loud explosion like a gunshot that caused me to slow down and almost getting into an accident. It was scary; I came to a stop and realized that my sunroof had exploded. There is a large hole in my sunroof bigger than a watermelon with glass particles everywhere.

Additional Notes:

I was driving down the highway when I heard a loud explosion like a gunshot that caused me to slow down and almost getting into an accident. It was scary; I came to a stop and realized that my sunroof had exploded. There is a large hole in my sunroof bigger than a watermelon with glass particles everywhere.

Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: 11674500
Notice Date: Jul 18, 2025
Recall Date: Jul 18, 2025
Kia America, Inc.
Campaign: 11674500 Other
Jul 18, 2025
Defect Description:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Potential Consequences:

I was driving down the highway when I heard a loud explosion like a gunshot that caused me to slow down and almost getting into an accident. It was scary; I came to a stop and realized that my sunroof had exploded. There is a large hole in my sunroof bigger than a watermelon with glass particles everywhere.

Corrective Action:

I was driving down the highway when I heard a loud explosion like a gunshot that caused me to slow down and almost getting into an accident. It was scary; I came to a stop and realized that my sunroof had exploded. There is a large hole in my sunroof bigger than a watermelon with glass particles everywhere.

Additional Notes:

I was driving down the highway when I heard a loud explosion like a gunshot that caused me to slow down and almost getting into an accident. It was scary; I came to a stop and realized that my sunroof had exploded. There is a large hole in my sunroof bigger than a watermelon with glass particles everywhere.

Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: 11674500
Notice Date: Jul 18, 2025
Recall Date: Jul 18, 2025
Kia America, Inc.
Campaign: 11671235 Other
Jul 4, 2025
Defect Description:

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Potential Consequences:

Driving down highway, gas hand was on half a tank then all of a sudden gas hand drops to empty and light comes on, engine started sputtering. Heard a loud pop in the back seat looked back and back seat has popped up from base. Strong odor of gasoline poured into the car. Went to closest gas station to get off highway. Unable to put fuel into tank. Called Quality KIA of Greenwood they said get out of the car and do not drive it. Called for a tow, vehicle has been towed to Quality KIA of Greenwood.

Corrective Action:

Driving down highway, gas hand was on half a tank then all of a sudden gas hand drops to empty and light comes on, engine started sputtering. Heard a loud pop in the back seat looked back and back seat has popped up from base. Strong odor of gasoline poured into the car. Went to closest gas station to get off highway. Unable to put fuel into tank. Called Quality KIA of Greenwood they said get out of the car and do not drive it. Called for a tow, vehicle has been towed to Quality KIA of Greenwood.

Additional Notes:

Driving down highway, gas hand was on half a tank then all of a sudden gas hand drops to empty and light comes on, engine started sputtering. Heard a loud pop in the back seat looked back and back seat has popped up from base. Strong odor of gasoline poured into the car. Went to closest gas station to get off highway. Unable to put fuel into tank. Called Quality KIA of Greenwood they said get out of the car and do not drive it. Called for a tow, vehicle has been towed to Quality KIA of Greenwood.

Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: 11671235
Notice Date: Jul 4, 2025
Recall Date: Jul 4, 2025
Kia America, Inc.
Campaign: 11671124 Other
Jul 3, 2025
Defect Description:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Potential Consequences:

Hit pot holes lower control arm was replaced

Corrective Action:

Hit pot holes lower control arm was replaced

Additional Notes:

Hit pot holes lower control arm was replaced

Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: 11671124
Notice Date: Jul 3, 2025
Recall Date: Jul 3, 2025
Kia America, Inc.
Campaign: 11667899 Other
Jun 19, 2025
Defect Description:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Potential Consequences:

AC system is interminably stops working for hours or days then starts working again. Have taken to dealer but every time I get it there unit starts working and they say they can’t check it if it’s working. This has been going on for over a month.

Corrective Action:

AC system is interminably stops working for hours or days then starts working again. Have taken to dealer but every time I get it there unit starts working and they say they can’t check it if it’s working. This has been going on for over a month.

Additional Notes:

AC system is interminably stops working for hours or days then starts working again. Have taken to dealer but every time I get it there unit starts working and they say they can’t check it if it’s working. This has been going on for over a month.

Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: 11667899
Notice Date: Jun 19, 2025
Recall Date: Jun 19, 2025
Kia America, Inc.
Campaign: 11666943 Other
Jun 14, 2025
Defect Description:

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Potential Consequences:

Back seat popped up due to fuel tank rising from under seat while driving

Corrective Action:

Back seat popped up due to fuel tank rising from under seat while driving

Additional Notes:

Back seat popped up due to fuel tank rising from under seat while driving

Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: 11666943
Notice Date: Jun 14, 2025
Recall Date: Jun 14, 2025
Kia America, Inc.
Campaign: 11663031 Other
May 27, 2025
Defect Description:

POWER TRAIN

Potential Consequences:

The contact owns a 2021 Kia K5. The contact stated while driving approximately 30-40 MPH, while the transmission was shifting gear, the vehicle started sputtering and jerking. The contact stated that the failure occurred while shifting from 1st gear to 2nd gear, and from 2nd gear to 3rd gear. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed the vehicle with an erratic gear shift with a grinding sound coming from the transmission. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 98,000.

Corrective Action:

The contact owns a 2021 Kia K5. The contact stated while driving approximately 30-40 MPH, while the transmission was shifting gear, the vehicle started sputtering and jerking. The contact stated that the failure occurred while shifting from 1st gear to 2nd gear, and from 2nd gear to 3rd gear. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed the vehicle with an erratic gear shift with a grinding sound coming from the transmission. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 98,000.

Additional Notes:

The contact owns a 2021 Kia K5. The contact stated while driving approximately 30-40 MPH, while the transmission was shifting gear, the vehicle started sputtering and jerking. The contact stated that the failure occurred while shifting from 1st gear to 2nd gear, and from 2nd gear to 3rd gear. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed the vehicle with an erratic gear shift with a grinding sound coming from the transmission. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 98,000.

Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: 11663031
Notice Date: May 27, 2025
Recall Date: May 27, 2025
Kia America, Inc.
Campaign: 11662629 Other
May 22, 2025
Defect Description:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Consequences:

Having issues with the blower motor and harness which is a known issue with this car. I can’t keep my AC working plus my defroster doesn’t work either with the issue I am having with the blower motor. The issue is ongoing

Corrective Action:

Having issues with the blower motor and harness which is a known issue with this car. I can’t keep my AC working plus my defroster doesn’t work either with the issue I am having with the blower motor. The issue is ongoing

Additional Notes:

Having issues with the blower motor and harness which is a known issue with this car. I can’t keep my AC working plus my defroster doesn’t work either with the issue I am having with the blower motor. The issue is ongoing

Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: 11662629
Notice Date: May 22, 2025
Recall Date: May 22, 2025
Kia America, Inc.
Campaign: 11662629 Other
May 22, 2025
Defect Description:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Potential Consequences:

Having issues with the blower motor and harness which is a known issue with this car. I can’t keep my AC working plus my defroster doesn’t work either with the issue I am having with the blower motor. The issue is ongoing

Corrective Action:

Having issues with the blower motor and harness which is a known issue with this car. I can’t keep my AC working plus my defroster doesn’t work either with the issue I am having with the blower motor. The issue is ongoing

Additional Notes:

Having issues with the blower motor and harness which is a known issue with this car. I can’t keep my AC working plus my defroster doesn’t work either with the issue I am having with the blower motor. The issue is ongoing

Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: 11662629
Notice Date: May 22, 2025
Recall Date: May 22, 2025
Kia America, Inc.
Campaign: 11661765 Other
May 19, 2025
Defect Description:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Consequences:

Main wiring harness melted in my fuse box, had to pay $5000 to replace, turbo leaked into my engine and cause for the engine to blow! Hadn’t even had the car a year !! This is getting ridiculous.

Corrective Action:

Main wiring harness melted in my fuse box, had to pay $5000 to replace, turbo leaked into my engine and cause for the engine to blow! Hadn’t even had the car a year !! This is getting ridiculous.

Additional Notes:

Main wiring harness melted in my fuse box, had to pay $5000 to replace, turbo leaked into my engine and cause for the engine to blow! Hadn’t even had the car a year !! This is getting ridiculous.

Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: 11661765
Notice Date: May 19, 2025
Recall Date: May 19, 2025
Kia America, Inc.
Campaign: 11661765 Other
May 19, 2025
Defect Description:

ENGINE

Potential Consequences:

Main wiring harness melted in my fuse box, had to pay $5000 to replace, turbo leaked into my engine and cause for the engine to blow! Hadn’t even had the car a year !! This is getting ridiculous.

Corrective Action:

Main wiring harness melted in my fuse box, had to pay $5000 to replace, turbo leaked into my engine and cause for the engine to blow! Hadn’t even had the car a year !! This is getting ridiculous.

Additional Notes:

Main wiring harness melted in my fuse box, had to pay $5000 to replace, turbo leaked into my engine and cause for the engine to blow! Hadn’t even had the car a year !! This is getting ridiculous.

Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: 11661765
Notice Date: May 19, 2025
Recall Date: May 19, 2025
Kia America, Inc.
Campaign: 11661615 Other
May 17, 2025
Defect Description:

AIR BAGS

Potential Consequences:

I recently purchased a Kia k5 2021 gt line awd one month later I noticed there was recall I take to the dealership they let me know it will only take a few hours (3) and I can pick up later the same they call me 3h later and let me know sorry this case is going to take a few weeks and I should pick up rental car and they will pay for my rental so I did I come back one month later nothing as been done they just tell me to wait and they can’t release due to the safety recall the tank has swelled up it has been 3mont now and they still haven’t done anything to the car and I can’t sell the vehicle cause they won’t release it

Corrective Action:

I recently purchased a Kia k5 2021 gt line awd one month later I noticed there was recall I take to the dealership they let me know it will only take a few hours (3) and I can pick up later the same they call me 3h later and let me know sorry this case is going to take a few weeks and I should pick up rental car and they will pay for my rental so I did I come back one month later nothing as been done they just tell me to wait and they can’t release due to the safety recall the tank has swelled up it has been 3mont now and they still haven’t done anything to the car and I can’t sell the vehicle cause they won’t release it

Additional Notes:

I recently purchased a Kia k5 2021 gt line awd one month later I noticed there was recall I take to the dealership they let me know it will only take a few hours (3) and I can pick up later the same they call me 3h later and let me know sorry this case is going to take a few weeks and I should pick up rental car and they will pay for my rental so I did I come back one month later nothing as been done they just tell me to wait and they can’t release due to the safety recall the tank has swelled up it has been 3mont now and they still haven’t done anything to the car and I can’t sell the vehicle cause they won’t release it

Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: 11661615
Notice Date: May 17, 2025
Recall Date: May 17, 2025

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