2021 Kia K5 recalls
Safety recalls listed by NHTSA
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A recall on the model year does not always mean your car is affected. Your VIN decides. Confirm open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
All 6 2021 Kia K5 recalls, newest first
Nov 17, 2025Fuel System, GasolineKia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021 to 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.
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.
NHTSA campaign 25V794000 · Kia America, Inc.
Mar 7, 2023Air Bags, Side/windowKia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021 to 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.
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.
NHTSA campaign 23V149000 · Kia America, Inc.
Oct 11, 2022Power Train, Automatic TransmissionKia Motors, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021 to 2022 Sorento and 2021 to 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.
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.
NHTSA campaign 22V760000 · Kia America, Inc.
Jul 8, 2021Fuel System, Gasoline, DeliveryKia Motor America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021 Sorento and 2021 to 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.
Risk: A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: 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.
NHTSA campaign 21V519000 · Kia Motors America
Jun 14, 2021Lane Departure, Lane KeepKia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021 to 2022 K5 vehicles equipped with 2.5L TGDI 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.
Risk: A sudden increase in steering effort can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
NHTSA campaign 21V447000 · Kia Motors America
Mar 11, 2021Air Bags, Air Bag/restraint Control ModuleKia 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."
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.
Fix: 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.
NHTSA campaign 21V164000 · Kia Motors America
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FAQ
Does the 2021 Kia K5 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2021 Kia K5. Not every car of this model year is affected, so check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.
How do I check if my 2021 Kia K5 has an open recall?
Enter your 17 character VIN in the NHTSA lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call any franchised dealer of the brand. The VIN check tells you which recalls are still open on your exact car.
Are recall repairs free?
Yes. Under federal law the manufacturer must fix a safety recall for free at an authorized dealer, no matter who owns the car or how old it is. Some recalls on very old vehicles may be limited, so ask the dealer.
How long does a recall repair take?
Most recall fixes take under two hours once the dealer has the parts. When parts are short the dealer may need weeks, and for do not drive recalls they often offer a loaner or towing.