Buying a used 2025 Kia K5? Check these 2 recalls first
Both open recalls on the 2025 K5 are low-severity: a software glitch that makes parking lights flicker, and rear window trim that can loosen and detach. Neither carries a stop-driving or park-outside warning. The 51 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified reports — cluster in tires (14) and the electrical system (11), with four crashes and six injuries logged across the file. The tire count stands out on a car this new.
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.
- Run the VIN and confirm both recalls (parking light software, rear trim) are closed
- Inspect rear window trim for gaps, loose clips, or added adhesive
- Check tire brand, date codes, and wear pattern; ask if tires were replaced early
- 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 2025 Kia K5
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Kia K5 software glitch makes parking lights flicker | Exterior Lighting | low |
| Kia K5 rear window trim may loosen and detach | Structure | low |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
51 complaints filed for this model year, including 4 mentioning a crash, 0 a fire and 6 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? |
|---|---|---|
| Tires | 14 | None found |
| Electrical System | 11 | None found |
| Power Train | 6 | None found |
| Structure | 5 | Yes |
| Wheels | 5 | None found |
| Exterior Lighting | 5 | Yes |