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Kia K5 recall 25V493000 - Exterior Trim
NHTSA · July 28, 2025
- NHTSA recall campaign 25V493000 (Kia), reported .
- Potentially affected vehicles: 100,063.
- Component: Exterior Trim.
- Details as of ; the linked official notice is authoritative for lot codes, VINs, and remedies.
- Agency
- NHTSA
- Posted
- Recalling firm
- Kia America, Inc.
- Source ID
- 25V493000
How this recall compares
- NHTSA's recalls file lists 170 recall campaigns from Kia America, Inc since 2010, 13 of them reported in 2025.
- At 100,063 vehicles, it is larger than 91% of the 994 NHTSA campaigns from 2025 with a count of potentially affected vehicles.
Defect
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2025 K5 vehicles. The left and right rear window trim pieces may loosen and detach.
Consequence
Detached trim pieces can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective action
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.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Kia | K5 | 2023 |
| Kia | K5 | 2024 |
| Kia | K5 | 2025 |
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