Kia K5 years to avoid
No model year of the Kia K5 stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best Kia K5 years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
Kia K5 complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Kia K5 problems
All model years combined.
- Fuel system163
- Electrical98
- Engine92
- Transmission61
- Driver assistance48
- Body44
- Brakes29
- Airbags27
- Seats22
- Tires20
- Visibility18
- Lights14
Most reported problems on the Kia K5
Kia K5 problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | - | 14 | Engine | 1 | 1 | ||
| 2025 | - | 54 | Tires | 4,358 | 2 | 4 | |
| 2024 | - | 31 | Engine | 12,780 | 2 | 1 | |
| 2023 | - | 112 | Fuel system | 40,000 | 4 | 6 | |
| 2022 | 69 | 130 | Fuel system | 57,000 | 5 | 15 | |
| 2021 | 61 | 170 | Fuel system | 45,000 | 6 | 8 |
Recalls 9
Kia K5 warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
Questions about the Kia K5
What years of the Kia K5 should you avoid?
No single model year of the Kia K5 has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used Kia K5?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the Kia K5?
Fuel system, with 163 complaints across all years, followed by electrical (98) and engine (92).
How many recalls does the Kia K5 have?
9 recalls between 2021 and 2026. The 2021 model year has the most, with 6.
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