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2023 Kia K5 recalls

4 recalls are on record with NHTSA for the 2023 Kia K5.

2023 Kia K5 recall lookup visual: Vehicle rear underside raised on a dark service lift with cool metal light and red reflection

Methodology: recall and complaint counts are pulled from NHTSA public data by make, model, and model year during the site build. This page is not a VIN-specific open-recall status.

Sources and review: source: NHTSA recalls and complaints datasets. Last reviewed June 2026; author: VinSleuth editorial desk; reviewer: Vehicle public-records review.

4 Open recalls
95 Complaints
0 Fire reports
0 Crash reports

Recall details

Recall POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION #22V760000 Reported 11/10/2022

Defect

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.

Risk

Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Free fix

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.

Recall AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN #23V149000 Reported 07/03/2023

Defect

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.

Risk

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

Free fix

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.

Recall STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS #25V493000 Reported 28/07/2025

Defect

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2025 K5 vehicles. The left and right rear window trim pieces may loosen and detach.

Risk

Detached trim pieces can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.

Free fix

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.

Recall FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE #25V794000 Reported 17/11/2025

Defect

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

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

Free fix

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.

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What owners complain about

Top components in 95 NHTSA complaints for the 2023 Kia K5.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 19
FUEL SYSTEM 12
UNKNOWN OR OTHER 11
STRUCTURE 11
POWER TRAIN 11
ENGINE 5
SEATS 4
AIR BAGS 4

Frequently asked

How many recalls does the 2023 Kia K5 have?

4 recalls are on record with NHTSA for the 2023 Kia K5. Recall repairs are always free at a franchise dealer.

Do I have to pay to fix a Kia recall?

No. Federal law requires manufacturers to repair safety recalls for free at any authorized dealer, regardless of who owns the vehicle or its warranty status.

Is this recall list specific to my VIN?

This page lists recalls reported to NHTSA for every 2023 Kia K5. To confirm whether a recall is still open for one specific VIN, enter it in our decoder or check with Kia. NHTSA has no public by-VIN recall feed, so we look up the make, model, and year.

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