2024 Kia K5 recalls

2 safety recalls, 31 owner complaints and a 5-star NHTSA crash rating. Official NHTSA data.

2Recalls
31Complaints
1Crashes & fires reported
5/5NHTSA overall rating

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2024 Kia K5 recall list

Fuel System, Gasoline recall

25V-794
November 18, 2025 · Kia America, Inc.
Problem
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.
Safety 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 recall

25V-493
July 29, 2025 · Kia America, Inc.
Problem
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2025 K5 vehicles. The left and right rear window trim pieces may loosen and detach.
Safety 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.

2024 Kia K5 owner complaints

31 complaints filed with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 0 fires, 1 injury and 0 deaths.

Problems by component

Engine9
Unknown or Other7
Structure7
Electrical System6
Forward Collision Avoidance4
Fuel/Propulsion System3
Power Train3
Vehicle Speed Control2
Service Brakes2
Fuel System, Gasoline2

Recent complaints

October 12, 2026Fuel/Propulsion System

gas door will not open, so then unless i forcefully pull it to open it will not open.

September 14, 2026Electrical SystemUnknown or Other

Beginning only about 6 months after I purchased the vehicle, the audio system intermittently screams at me, blasting at over 800 decibels road, engine noise and audio interference noises so that I cannot hear the radio, the telephone, turn it off or down, even when the audio infotainment system is not running. The only way to keep the vehicle from doing this when it occurs is to turn off the car. The noise is so loud that I cannot hear oncoming vehicles, including emergency vehicles, nor can I use the bluetooth phone system - if necessary I would have to break the state law about holding my phone to scream into it- even if someone could hear me on the other end. If I had the windows open, th

August 28, 2026Vehicle Speed ControlEngineForward Collision Avoidance

I bought this vehicle less than 60 days ago and there is transmission hesitation, hard engagement in lower gears, Rough jerking shifting along with acceleration lag. Erracric shifting and phantom braking. I have taken it into the dealership I bought it at at they are not seeing anything. It currently is at another Kia dealership for the past two days. This vehicle is going to cause an accident that puts my safety and others at risk. There is no warning lights that come on. I have done my research and there has been other complaints from other consumers having the same issues. I do have video of in town driving but have not been on the highway

August 6, 2026Unknown or Other

Vin number or license plate is not showing vehicle in open recall to NHSTA OR KIA AMERICA. Kia has not followed up on their follow up dates regarding resolution(s) for unrepairable recall malfunction.

July 13, 2026Electrical System

My 2024 Kia K5's infotainment screen went completely pitch black, disabling the backup camera now creating an active safety hazard.

2024 Kia K5 crash test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2024 Kia K5 4 DR AWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2024 Kia K5 4 DR FWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Driver aids on the tested 2024 Kia K5: electronic stability control standard, forward collision warning standard & optional, lane departure warning standard. Rollover risk: 10.7%.

2024 Kia K5 recall FAQ

Does the 2024 Kia K5 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2024 Kia K5. The most recent, filed November 18, 2025, concerns the fuel system, gasoline.

What are the most common 2024 Kia K5 problems?

Owners have filed 31 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported area is engine (9 reports), followed by unknown or other.

Is the 2024 Kia K5 safe?

The 2024 Kia K5 earned up to a 5-star overall safety rating in NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program crash tests.

How do I get a recall fixed on my 2024 Kia K5?

Contact any authorized Kia dealer. Recall repairs are free, even if you are not the original owner or the warranty has expired.