Buying a used 2023 Kia K5? Check these 4 recalls first
The 2023 Kia K5 has 4 recalls in this group, covering fuel tank damage with fire risk, possible loss of power, improper side curtain airbag deployment, and rear window trim that may detach. The trim issue is a separate attachment concern alongside the fuel, propulsion, and airbag recalls. Its 112 NHTSA owner complaints are unverified reports. Listed categories include fuel/propulsion with 41, unknown or other with 24, fuel system with 15, and gasoline with 15; these counts should be reviewed separately.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Verify fuel tank and power-loss recall completion.
- Request side curtain airbag recall repair records.
- Check rear window trim recall status and ask about loose trim.
- Open recalls are repaired free at any Kia dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2023 Kia K5
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Kia K5 Fuel Tank Damage Risk of Fire | Fuel System, Gasoline | critical |
| Kia K5 and Sorento May Lose Power | Power Train | high |
| Kia K5 Side Curtain Airbags May Not Deploy Properly | AIR Bags | high |
| Kia K5 rear window trim may loosen and detach | Structure | medium |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
112 complaints filed for this model year, including 6 mentioning a crash, 0 a fire and 17 injuries. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel System | 56 | Yes |
| Structure | 14 | Yes |
| Engine | 13 | None found |
| Power Train | 11 | Yes |
| Electrical System | 6 | None found |