NHTSA vehicle safety data
2025 Kia K5
The 2025 Kia K5 has 2 NHTSA recalls and 41 owner complaints on record — every open recall is repaired free at an authorized Kia dealer.
Complete safety data for the 2025 Kia K5, including NCAP crash-test ratings. Data pulled live from api.nhtsa.gov.
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
NHTSA #25V493000Reported July 28, 2025 · Kia America, Inc.
Defect description
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2025 K5 vehicles. The left and right rear window trim pieces may loosen and detach.
Safety consequence
Detached trim pieces can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free manufacturer 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.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
NHTSA #25V351000Reported May 27, 2025 · Kia America, Inc.
Defect description
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 K5 vehicles. A software error in the Power-net Domain Controller (PDC) may cause the parking lights to flicker. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety consequence
Parking lights that fail to illuminate properly can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free manufacturer remedy
The PDC software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 24, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC341.