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Kia K4 and Sorento recall 25V548000 - Critical Fasteners
NHTSA · August 25, 2025
- NHTSA recall campaign 25V548000 (Kia), reported .
- Potentially affected vehicles: 30.
- Component: Critical Fasteners.
- 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
- 25V548000
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 30 vehicles, it is larger than 18% of the 994 NHTSA campaigns from 2025 with a count of potentially affected vehicles.
Defect
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 K4 and Sorento vehicles. The connecting rod bolts in the engine may have been improperly tightened, which can cause a loss of drive power.
Consequence
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective action
Dealers will replace the sub engine assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 12, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC349.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Kia | K4 | 2025 |
| Kia | Sorento | 2025 |
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