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Kia K4, Sorento Engine Bolts May Loosen
high How serious is it? About this label
A loss of drive power while driving increases the risk of a crash. The notice does not tell owners to stop driving.
Key facts
| NHTSA campaign number | 25V548000 |
|---|---|
| Reported to NHTSA | Aug 25, 2025 |
| Manufacturer | Kia America, Inc. |
| Part affected | Engine And Engine Cooling:critical Fasteners |
| Vehicles covered | 2 model/year combinations, model years 2025 |
| Do-not-drive advisory | No |
| Park-outside advisory | No |
| Repair | Free at any franchised dealer |
What's wrong, in plain English
The bolts that hold the connecting rods inside the engine may not have been tightened correctly when these vehicles were built. Because those bolts aren't secure, the engine's internal parts aren't held together the way they should be. This can cause the engine to suddenly lose the power that keeps the vehicle moving forward, and that loss of power can happen at any time while you're driving.
What you should do
2. Contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542 or your dealer to schedule the repair.
3. The repair is free.
Where do I find my VIN, and what do I tell the dealer?
Your VIN is the 17-character code on the lower left of the windshield, on your registration and usually on your insurance card. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether this recall is still open on your car. When you call the dealer, say you have an open safety recall and give them NHTSA campaign number 25V548000. More in how recalls work.
Affected vehicles (2)
Who to contact
Kia — official Kia recall lookup
Customer service: 1-800-333-4542
The bigger picture
- Kia Engine Recalls Address Oil Leaks, Damage, and Power Loss · all 6 Kia recalls in this area
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Official notice
- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
- Summary
- 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.
- Safety risk
- A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov. Recall repairs are free of charge by law.