2024 Kia K5 recalls and problems

The 2024 Kia K5 has 2 recalls and 32 owner complaints on file with NHTSA; the most reported problem area is engine.

How the 2024 compares

Low

Fewest complaintsMost complaints

Low complaint count among 6 K5 model years — 5th most.

2recalls

32complaints

1crashes

0fires

1injuries

12,780median miles

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not verified and not adjusted for sales. Ranking compares this model's own years only.

Does your car have an open recall?
Recalls apply to specific vehicles. Only a VIN lookup on NHTSA's official site shows whether yours is affected and still unrepaired.

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2 recalls

Fuel System

Nov 17, 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V794000 · 250,547 vehicles

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.

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

Jul 28, 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V493000 · 100,063 vehicles

Problem: 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.

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.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

What owners complain about

Unknown or other7

Forward Collision Avoidance4

Power Train3

Service Brakes2

Vehicle Speed Control2

Seats1

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA; one complaint can name several areas. Not verified by NHTSA.

Complaints by year filed

2024 vs. other Kia K5 years

Owner complaints by model year; the darker bar is the 2024. Click a bar to switch year.

Questions

Does the 2024 Kia K5 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns covering the 2024 Kia K5, the latest from Nov 17, 2025 (fuel system). A recall applies to specific vehicles: enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected and still open.

What are the most common problems with the 2024 Kia K5?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA most often mention engine (9), electrical system (7), structure (7). Complaints are consumer reports and are not verified by NHTSA.