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2024 Kia K5
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- Owner complaints
- 31
- Received Dec 2023 to Oct 2026
Owner reports
Most reported problems
No specific problem meets this page’s listing criteria.
See all reported problemsOfficial NHTSA records
Recalls to check
- Recall #25V794000Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2024 K5 vehicles. A damaged check valve can allow air to enter the fuel tank, causing it to expand and contact hot exhaust components, melting the tank.
- Recall #25V493000Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2025 K5 vehicles. The left and right rear window trim pieces may loosen and detach.
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Flagged complaint patterns
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How flags are identifiedComplaint counts reflect reports submitted to NHTSA, not failure rates or a reliability ranking. Reported in these complaints: 1 crash, 0 fires, 1 person injured, 0 deaths.
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Engine & powertrain
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Brakes
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Electrical & lights
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Airbags, belts & seats
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Steering, suspension & tires
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Body, doors & glass
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Driver assistance
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Other
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Complaint history
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Show as a table
| Month | Complaints |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | 2 |
| January 2024 | 1 |
| February 2024 | 2 |
| March 2024 | 0 |
| April 2024 | 1 |
| May 2024 | 1 |
| June 2024 | 0 |
| July 2024 | 2 |
| August 2024 | 1 |
| September 2024 | 0 |
| October 2024 | 1 |
| November 2024 | 0 |
| December 2024 | 0 |
| January 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 0 |
| March 2025 | 0 |
| April 2025 | 0 |
| May 2025 | 0 |
| June 2025 | 0 |
| July 2025 | 0 |
| August 2025 | 1 |
| September 2025 | 1 |
| October 2025 | 1 |
| November 2025 | 0 |
| December 2025 | 3 |
| January 2026 | 1 |
| February 2026 | 1 |
| March 2026 | 0 |
| April 2026 | 2 |
| May 2026 | 2 |
| June 2026 | 1 |
| July 2026 | 2 |
| August 2026 | 2 |
| September 2026 | 1 |
| October 2026 | 1 |
| Total | 31 |
Problems owners report
Listed groups have at least 3 complaints. The page includes the 20 largest groups plus any additional flagged groups; some complaints are not assigned to a group.
None of this vehicle's complaints fall into a specific problem often enough to list.
Recalls
NHTSA recall #25V794000November 17, 2025250,547 vehicles affected
fuel system, gasoline
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2024 K5 vehicles. A damaged check valve can allow air to enter the fuel tank, causing it to expand and contact hot exhaust components, melting the tank.
A melted fuel tank can leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the check valve. The fuel tank will be inspected for damage and replaced as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 16, 2026. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC356. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 1, 2025.
NHTSA recall #25V493000July 28, 2025100,063 vehicles affected
structure: body: roof and pillars; structure: exterior trim
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2025 K5 vehicles. The left and right rear window trim pieces may loosen and detach.
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.
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About this data
NHTSA complaints and recalls through October 2026. Complaints are counted once each, however many components they name. Original complaints are on NHTSA's page for the 2024 Kia K5.
Problem groups are formed by AI and may be approximate. BrakeNews flags unusual complaint patterns; they are not official defect findings. Investigation reports are written and checked by AI, with no human review. Owner reports do not establish that a defect exists.
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