2023-2025 Kia K5 recall: exterior trim
Kia America, Inc. reported this safety recall on July 28, 2025. It covers about 100,063 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 100,063
- reported
- Jul 28, 2025
- owners notified
- Nov 21, 2025
- related complaints
- 26
Structure: exterior trim
- What is wrong
- 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 number 25V493000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 26 complaints about body problems.
Questions about recall 25V493000
Is there a recall on the 2023-2025 Kia K5 exterior trim?
Yes. Recall 25V493000, reported on July 28, 2025, covers about 100,063 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 25V493000?
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.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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