Kia Recalls
Kia ranks #0 among 0 tracked manufacturers for total recall volume, with 185 safety recall campaigns across 33 models. Recall activity shows a relatively stable recall history. The most frequently affected component category is service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module.
185
Recalls
21,700
Complaints
0
Crashes
434
Fires
217
Injuries
0
Deaths
Kia Models
Sorento
Worst: 2011Sportage
Worst: 2011Sedona
Worst: 2006Optima
Worst: 2013Forte
Worst: 2013Telluride
Worst: 2020Soul
Worst: 2014RIO
Worst: 2001K5
Worst: 2021EV9
Worst: 2024Stinger
Worst: 2020Carnival
Worst: 2022Sorento Hybrid
Worst: 2022Cadenza
Worst: 2014Optima Hybrid
Worst: 2011Rondo
Worst: 2007Sorento Phev
Worst: 2022Soul Ev
Worst: 2015Borrego
Worst: 2009EV6
Worst: 2022Forte Koup
Worst: 2012K900
Worst: 2016Seltos
Worst: 2021Niro
Worst: 2023Niro Ev
Worst: 2023Amanti
Worst: 2007K4
Worst: 2025Spectra
Worst: 2005Sportage Phev
Worst: 2023Ld Spectra
Worst: 2004Niro Hybrid
Worst: 2017Niro Phev
Worst: 2022Sephia
Worst: 2000Most Affected Components
Latest Kia Recalls
Showing 5 of 10Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 Telluride vehicles, equipped with power front seat(s). Due to a manufacturing error, the driver and passenger seat back frame assemblies may fail to properly restrain occupants in a crash.
Consequence
A seat back frame that fails to properly restrain an occupant during a crash increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the front seat back frame assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 24, 2026. Owners may contact Kia Cust...
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 Kia K4, 2025-2026 Sorento, Sorento Hybrid, Sorento Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), 2026 Sportage, Sportage Hybrid, Sportage PHEV, K5, EV9, Carnival, and Carnival Hybrid vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. As ...
Consequence
An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer, tire pressure, or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
The instrument panel display software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 26, 2026. Owners may contact Kia ...
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Sportage Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) and 2024-2025 Sportage vehicles equipped with a 4.2" screen and a Genuine Kia tow hitch harness accessory. Due to a software error, the instrument panel screen may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to ...
Consequence
An instrument panel screen that fails to display critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the tow hitch harness control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2026. Owners may contact Kia Customer Service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia'...
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.
Consequence
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 Janu...
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 Telluride and 2026 Sorento vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with an incorrect spare tire which, when installed, can impair the anti-lock braking system (ABS) and the traction control system (TCS). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with th...
Consequence
Anti-lock braking or traction control systems that do not function properly can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the spare wheel and tire assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 3, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's num...
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration).