Complete NHTSA recall history by Kia model.
80 recall records across the 8 Kia models listed on this page.
| Model | Component | Model Year | Recall Date | Campaign # | Consequence | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forte | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS | 2019 | 31/10/2018 | 18V771000 | If the headlights are not properly aimed, the driver may have reduced visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. | Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the headlight aiming and replace the headlights, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 30, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC171. |
| Sorento | BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA | 2022 | 31/08/2023 | 23V610000 | A rearview camera that does not properly display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash. | Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera housing, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 27, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC280. |
| Sportage | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:PUMP | 2023 | 31/07/2023 | 23V531000 | An electric oil pump assembly that overheats increases the risk of a vehicle fire. | Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the electric oil pump controller, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 28, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC275. |
| Carnival | STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR | 2022 | 31/03/2023 | 23V236000 | A power sliding door that does not auto-reverse can close on an occupant, increasing the risk of injury. | Dealers will update the power sliding door control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC266. |
| Sorento | TRAILER HITCHES | 2016 | 30/11/2016 | 16V862000 | If the trailer brake lights stay illuminated while being used, other drivers may be confused, increasing the risk of a crash. | Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the trailer tow hitch harness, free of charge. The recall began January 18, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC142. |
| Soul | STEERING | 2015 | 29/09/2017 | 17V608000 | If the pinion gear separates, steering will be lost, increasing the risk of a crash. | Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and secure the pinion plug or replace the steering gear assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 16, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC155. Note: This recall supersedes campaigns 14V-332 and 15V-736. Vehicles previously remedied under those numbers are being recalled again under this campaign. |
| Sportage | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR | 2023 | 29/08/2022 | 22V651000 | An engine stall increases the risk of a crash, and an electrical surge increases the risk of a fire. | Dealers will inspect and tighten the alternator battery positive terminal nut, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 23, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC248. |
| Sorento | SUSPENSION:REAR | 2016 | 29/06/2016 | 16V480000 | The improper weld may break, affecting the rear suspension alignment, thereby increasing the risk of a crash. | Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the welds at the rear suspension cross-member, replacing the rear cross-member assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 27, 2016. Owners may contact Kia Customer Service Department at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC137. |
| Sorento | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER | 2022 | 29/03/2022 | 22V202000 | An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire. | Dealers will replace the turbocharger oil supply pipe, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC233. |
| Telluride | AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW | 2023 | 29/01/2023 | 23V035000 | Air bags that do not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash. | Dealers will inspect and replace, or secure the air bag wire harnesses, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 28, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC262. |
| Sportage | AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN | 2023 | 28/11/2022 | 22V878000 | A twisted air bag can deploy improperly, increasing the risk of injury. | Dealers will inspect and reinstall the side curtain air bags as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 28, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC257. |
| Telluride | STRUCTURE:EXTERIOR TRIM | 2023 | 28/07/2025 | 25V494000 | A detached trim piece can become a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash. | Dealers will inspect and replace the belt molding 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 SC347. |
| Telluride | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL | 2022 | 28/07/2021 | 21V577000 | A blank LCD display may be missing information, such as the digital speedometer, gear selection indicator, and odometer, which may increase the risk of a crash. | Dealers will update the instrument cluster's software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 3, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC215. |
| Telluride | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING | 2020 | 28/07/2020 | 20V436000 | Inoperative trailer brake lights can fail to warn other drivers that the vehicle is slowing, increasing the risk of a crash. | Kia will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional wire harness to the main fuse box to signal the trailer brake lights, free of charge. The recall began September 10, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC194. |
| Optima | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE | 2015 | 27/08/2020 | 20V519000 | If the HECU short circuits, there is an increased risk of an engine compartment fire. | Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the HECU for leaking brake fluid and replace the HECU if necessary, free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside and away from other vehicles and structures until the recall repair is completed. The recall began October 20, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC197. |
| Stinger | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE | 2018 | 27/08/2020 | 20V518000 | An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury or crash. | Kia will notify owners, and dealers will install a new fuse kit in the electrical junction box, free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. The recall began November 30, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC196. |
| Sportage | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL | 2023 | 26/04/2023 | 23V298000 | A blank instrument cluster display will not show critical information, such as tire pressure, warning messages, and warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash. | Dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 26, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC270. |
| Telluride | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS | 2020 | 26/02/2024 | 24V148000 | Inoperable high beam headlights may reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. | Dealers will inspect and repair or replace the high beam headlights, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 9, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC299. |
| Stinger | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD | 2018 | 25/10/2018 | 18V754000 | The damaged wiring harness may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire. | Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiring harness for damage. If no damage is found, a cover will be installed. If damage is found, the wiring harness will be replaced and a cover will be installed, free of charge. The recall began December 20, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall SC170. |
| Sorento | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS | 2021 | 25/09/2025 | 25V649000 | A fire increases the risk of injury. | Dealers will replace the wiring harness and blower motor resistor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2026. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC351. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 9, 2025. |
| Optima | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE | 2015 | 25/09/2023 | 23V652000 | An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury. | Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the HECU fuse, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed November 14, 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2024 through June 18, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC284. |
| Soul | AIR BAGS | 2017 | 25/01/2022 | 22V031000 | Air bags that do not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash. | Dealers will inspect the ACU, and either update the software or replace the unit, as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 21, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC226. |
| Sorento | SEATS | 2016 | 24/10/2016 | 16V770000 | In the event of a crash, the driver seatback frame could break and fail to restrain a seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury. | Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the welds and replace the driver seatback frame, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 9, 2016. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC140. |
| Optima | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCH | 2016 | 24/08/2023 | 23V594000 | A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury. | Dealers will replace the trunk latch base subassembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 19, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC278. |
| Sorento | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING | 2024 | 23/04/2024 | 24V287000 | A loss of power steering assist increases the risk of a crash. | Dealers will inspect and repair, or replace the MDPS wiring harness as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 7, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC309. |
| Soul | AIR BAGS | 2023 | 22/12/2023 | 23V830000 | An air bag that deploys unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury or crash. | Dealers will inspect and replace both side curtain air bag modules as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 31, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC289. |
| Forte | SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM | 2023 | 22/09/2023 | 23V649000 | Front lower control arm failure can cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash. | Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will replace the right front lower control arm, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 27, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC283. |
| Stinger | STEERING | 2020 | 22/07/2020 | 20V422000 | A loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash. | Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the MDPS Assembly, free of charge. The recall began August 28, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC193. |
| Soul | ENGINE | 2015 | 22/02/2019 | 19V120000 | Piston damage may result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. A broken connecting rod may puncture the engine block allowing engine oil to escape. The leaking oil may contact the exhaust, increasing the risk of a fire. | Kia will notify owners, and dealers will upgrade the Catalytic Overheating Protection Engine Control Unit logic to prevent overheating of the catalytic converter. In addition, the catalytic converter will also be replaced if it has been damaged. Depending on the extent of any damage, the engine may also be replaced, free of charge. The recall began April 17, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC176. |
| Sorento | STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM | 2018 | 21/09/2018 | 18V656000 | If the steering column separates, it can cause a loss of steering ability, increasing the risk of a crash. | Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the cowl crossbar, free of charge. The recall began October 26, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC167. |
| Sorento | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 2017 | 21/09/2017 | 17V586000 | If the crankshaft fails, the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash. A failed crankshaft also increases the risk of a fire. | Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the crankshaft, and, as necessary, replace the engine sub assembly, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC153. |
| Carnival | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL | 2022 | 21/04/2021 | 21V277000 | A damaged fuel rail tube may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire. | Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the multi-port injection fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began April 30, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC211. |
| Optima | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | 2016 | 21/04/2016 | 16V231000 | If the second stage air bag does not deploy it increases the risk of injury or death. | Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began on May 6, 2016. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC131. |
| Telluride | POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT | 2020 | 20/03/2024 | 24V214000 | A vehicle roll away increases the risk of a crash or injury. | Owners are advised to manually engage the emergency parking brake prior to exiting the vehicle until the recall remedy is performed. Dealers will update the electronic parking brake software and replace any damaged intermediate shafts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 15, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC303. |
| Optima | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | 2015 | 19/12/2018 | 18V907000 | A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire. | Kia has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pipe, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 17, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC172. |
| Carnival | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:ELECTRONIC LOCK/LATCH ACTUATOR | 2022 | 19/11/2021 | 21V908000 | A power sliding door that fails to latch may open while moving, increasing the risk of injury. | Dealers will replace the passenger-side power sliding door release actuator's drum and holder inside the remote controller assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC221. |
| Sorento | TRAILER HITCHES | 2016 | 19/09/2022 | 22V703000 | A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury. | Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect the vehicle, and, as necessary, replace the fuse and/or tow hitch harness module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC249. |
| Sorento | TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE | 2022 | 19/07/2022 | 22V509000 | Impaired anti-lock braking or traction control systems can increase the risk of a crash. | Dealers will inspect and replace the spare tire, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC244. |
| Optima | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING | 2019 | 19/07/2019 | 19V539000 | Improper intervention of the Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist can increase the risk of a crash. | Kia will notify owners, and dealers will update the FCA software, free of charge. The recall began August 27, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC179. |
| Sportage | STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS | 2023 | 18/01/2024 | 24V025000 | A detached roof molding can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash. | Dealers will inspect the roof molding and replace or secure it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 15, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC292. |
| Sportage | TRAILER HITCHES | 2024 | 17/12/2025 | 25V874000 | An instrument panel screen that fails to display critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash. | Dealers will replace the tow hitch harness control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2026. Owners may contact Kia Customer Service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC359. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 31, 2025. |
| Telluride | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL | 2022 | 17/05/2022 | 22V344000 | A blank instrument cluster display screen will not show critical information, such as the odometer, which can increase the risk of a crash. | Dealers will replace the instrument cluster assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC237. |
| Carnival | TRAILER HITCHES | 2022 | 17/03/2023 | 23V179000 | A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury. | Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and verify whether the vehicle is equipped with a Genuine Kia accessory trailer tow hitch assembly. If equipped, dealers will install a new fuse and wire extension kit. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 16, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC265. |
| Soul | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL | 2021 | 17/02/2025 | 25V099000 | Engine damage can cause a vehicle stall or fire, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. | Dealers will inspect and replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Dealers will also install piston-ring noise sensing system (PNSS) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 4, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC336. |
| Stinger | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP | 2020 | 16/09/2020 | 20V560000 | Insufficient fuel supply to the engine can result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. | Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel pump and replace the jet nozzle housing assembly, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 29, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC198. |
| Sorento | BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA | 2019 | 15/09/2023 | 23V639000 | A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash. | Dealers will inspect the rearview camera and add additional water proofing to the camera harness, or replace the camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 8, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC282. |
| Sorento | EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS | 2023 | 15/08/2023 | 23V579000 | A detached air bag warning label will not warn occupants about the risks of air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury in a crash. | Dealers will inspect and replace the driver and front passenger sun visors, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 10, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC277. |
| Telluride | TRAILER HITCHES | 2020 | 15/08/2022 | 22V626000 | A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury. | Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install a new fuse and a wiring harness extension. Dealers will also inspect and replace the tow hitch harness assembly, as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 12, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC247. |
| Sorento | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | 2016 | 14/07/2015 | 15V446000 | If the front passenger seat belt cannot be latched, an occupant sitting in the front passenger seat has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash. | Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seat belt buckle cover, free of charge. The recall began on August 18, 2015. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC123. |
| Stinger | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP | 2018 | 13/09/2023 | 23V634000 | A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. | Dealers will update the engine control unit software, inspect, and replace the fuel pump as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 18, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC281. |
| Telluride | SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER | 2020 | 13/08/2019 | 19V594000 | If a child seat is not properly secured, there is an increased risk of injury to the occupant in a crash. | Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace any incorrect seat belt assemblies. The repair will also include replacing the driver's seat belt which has a non-U.S. specified label, with a U.S. specification seat belt. The repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began August 30, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC181. |
| Soul | ENGINE | 2020 | 13/04/2021 | 21V259000 | A damaged engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, oil may leak onto hot exhaust components, increasing the risk of a fire. | Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine, free of charge. In addition, Kia will deploy Piston Ring Noise Sensing System (PNSS) software. The recall began June 11, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC209. |
| Forte | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:PUMP | 2017 | 13/04/2021 | 21V260000 | A damaged engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. | Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the oil pan, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed August 16, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC210. |
| Sorento | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL | 2016 | 13/02/2015 | 15V089000 | If the vehicle is unable to be accelerated, there is an increased risk of a crash. | Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the accelerator assembly, free of charge. The recall began on February 19, 2015. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC115. |
| Sorento | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE | 2024 | 13/01/2025 | 25V006000 | A loss of headlights and taillights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. | Dealers will update the BDC software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 21, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC331. |
| Sorento | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 2021 | 11/10/2022 | 22V760000 | Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. | Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary. Dealers will also update the transmission control unit software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 9, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC250. |
| Telluride | AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE | 2021 | 11/03/2021 | 21V164000 | In the event of a crash, deployment of the front passenger air bag, with a child in that seat, can increase the risk of injury to the child. | Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the OCS/ODS unit, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC207. |
| Sorento | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT | 2016 | 10/08/2022 | 22V612000 | A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash and injury. | Dealers will inspect and replace the automatic transmission shift lever assembly components, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 7, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC246. |
| Optima | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE | 2015 | 10/05/2021 | 21V331000 | An electrical short in the HECU increases the risk of a fire while parked or driving. | Owners are advised to park outside and away from other vehicles and structures until the recall repair is completed. Dealers will install a new multi-fuse, and inspect the HECU for leaks, replacing the HECU if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 2, 2021. This recall supersedes previous NHTSA recall number 20V-519. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC212. |
| Carnival | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | 2022 | 10/04/2026 | 26V232000 | A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire. | Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 2, 2026. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC368. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 24, 2026. |
| Forte | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCH | 2016 | 09/08/2021 | 21V622000 | A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury. | Dealers will replace the trunk latch assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 10, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC216. |
| Forte | STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM | 2023 | 08/12/2022 | 22V906000 | A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash. | Dealers will inspect and replace the front left steering knuckle, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 12, 2023. Owner may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC259. |
| Sorento | AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW | 2018 | 08/12/2017 | 17V784000 | If the component detaches during deployment, it may enter the passenger compartment and be a projectile within the vehicle cabin, increasing the risk of injury. | Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver and passenger side curtain air bags, free of charge. The recall began on December 18, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC159. |
| Sorento | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | 2021 | 08/07/2021 | 21V519000 | A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire. | Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC214. |
| Optima | HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM | 2017 | 08/03/2018 | 18V161000 | If the VPD activates while the vehicle is being operated in Electric Vehicle (EV) mode, there may be a loss of power, increasing the risk of a crash. | Kia will notify owners, and dealers will remove the VPD switch and install two newly designed Battery Management Systems (BMS) that contain Overvoltage Protection Devices (OPDs), free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC162. |
| Sportage | STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM | 2024 | 07/06/2024 | 24V422000 | A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash. | Dealers will replace the motor-driven power steering electric power pack, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 19, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC319. |
| Sportage | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST | 2023 | 07/06/2023 | 23V410000 | A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash. | Dealers will inspect and replace the brake booster as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC272. |
| Telluride | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL | 2024 | 07/02/2024 | 24V077000 | A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. A hole in the engine block increases the risk of a fire. | Dealers will replace the engine sub-assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC296. |
| Optima | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE | 2016 | 06/01/2017 | 17V007000 | In the event of a crash, an air bag that does not inflate fully increases the risk of injury. | The affected vehicle was remedied on January 10, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC143. |
| Stinger | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:FUEL GAUGE | 2020 | 05/11/2021 | 21V862000 | An inaccurate fuel gauge may result in the vehicle unexpectedly running out of fuel and stalling, increasing the risk of a crash. | Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 10, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC219. |
| Forte | POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT | 2019 | 05/08/2020 | 20V459000 | A broken driveshaft can result in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. | Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left front axle driveshaft for a heat treatment verification code, and replace it if the code is missing, free of charge. The recall began September 2, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC195. |
| Telluride | SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST | 2020 | 05/06/2024 | 24V407000 | A fire increases the risk of injury. | Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install a bracket for the power seat switch back covers and replace the seat slide knobs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 30, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC316. |
| Forte | STEERING:COLUMN | 2021 | 05/05/2022 | 22V304000 | Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash. | Dealers will tighten the lower steering column u-joint retention bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall SC235. |
| Sportage | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE | 2017 | 04/03/2021 | 21V137000 | An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury. | Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace certain fuses in the electrical junction box. Vehicles equipped with an electronic parking brake (EPB) will also receive a HECU software update. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on April 30, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC206. |
| Optima | POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT | 2016 | 03/10/2016 | 16V705000 | If the driveshaft cracks and separates from the vehicle, it will not be able to move forward. Additionally, if the parking brake is not applied upon exiting the vehicle, the vehicle may roll. Either scenario can increase the risk of a crash. | Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began November 2016. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC139. |
| Soul | ENGINE | 2015 | 02/12/2020 | 20V750000 | An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury. | Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine compartment for fuel and/or engine oil leaks, perform an engine test and make any repairs, including engine replacement, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, Kia dealers will update the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) software, free of charge. The recall began January 27, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC200. |
| Soul | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL | 2015 | 02/03/2015 | 15V123000 | If the vehicle has a bent or broken accelerator pedal, the driver may have difficulty accelerating the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. | Kia will notify owners, and dealers will add a supporting rubber underneath the pedal stopper, free of charge. The recall began on March 24, 2015. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC116. |
| Sportage | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE | 2015 | 02/02/2022 | 22V051000 | An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury. | Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install a new fuse for the HECU circuit board, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 22, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC227. |
| Forte | SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM | 2023 | 01/04/2024 | 24V244000 | Front lower control arm failure can cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash. | Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will replace the right front lower control arm, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 17, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC306. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 23V-649. |
| Stinger | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER:HOSES/PLUMBING | 2018 | 01/03/2024 | 24V169000 | An oil leak in the presence of hot engine components can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire while driving. | Dealers will replace the left turbocharger oil feed pipe and hose assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 26, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC300. |
Source: NHTSA Safety Recall Database.