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2022 Kia K5 Problems, Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints for the 2022 Kia K5, and what to keep if your vehicle keeps going back to the shop.

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Recall campaigns

5

NHTSA owner complaints as of November 6, 2026, from NHTSA's complaint data files.

130

Data last refreshed (Eastern time)

November 6, 2026

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2022 K5 and 130 owner complaints; the most-reported component in owner complaints is fuel/propulsion system, with 35 reports.

Counts come from NHTSA records for this model year and refresh daily. Complaints are unverified owner reports; one complaint can name more than one component.

Top Reported Problems

Owner complaints grouped by NHTSA component (top 8). Linked components open a page comparing models for that problem.

  1. FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM35
  2. ENGINE28
  3. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM24
  4. POWER TRAIN21
  5. UNKNOWN OR OTHER20
  6. AIR BAGS9
  7. SERVICE BRAKES9
  8. STRUCTURE:BODY8

2022 K5 Recall Records

Campaigns can apply only to specific configurations and production dates. Confirm whether your VIN is affected with NHTSA or the manufacturer.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE · 25V794000

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.

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.

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN · 23V149000

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2023 K5 vehicles. The side curtain air bags may have been installed incorrectly, causing them not to deploy properly in the event of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and reinstall the side curtain air bags, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 7, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC263.

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION · 22V760000

Kia Motors, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Sorento and 2021-2023 K5 vehicles. The vehicle's "fail-safe" limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired, when prompted by a transmission oil pump malfunction, which can result in a complete loss of drive power.

Remedy: 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.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS · 21V519000

Kia Motor America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021 Sorento and 2021-2022 K5 vehicles equipped with 2.5L turbocharged engines. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the high-pressure fuel pump and fuel rail.

Remedy: 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.

LANE DEPARTURE: LANE KEEP: STEERING ASSIST | STEERING · 21V447000

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 K5 vehicles equipped with 2.5L T-GDI engines. The Rack-Mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (R-MDPS) system lacks the ability to diagnose communication faults. If a communication fault occurs while driving around a curve with Lane Following Assist (LFA) engaged, the steering assist level may not adjust properly, causing a sudden increase in the steering effort required.

Remedy: Dealers will update the R-MDPS software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are were mailed June 24, 2021. Owner may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC213.

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2022 K5 Service Bulletins

A service bulletin is a manufacturer's repair instruction to dealers. It is not a recall and does not by itself establish a defect or a claim.

Manufacturer communications filed with NHTSA for this model year, newest first. A bulletin may apply only to certain configurations. Source data refreshes daily.

NumberDateComponentSummaryNHTSA record
SC307_OWNR_301Jun 18, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMVOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN & WARRANTY EXTENSION CAMPAIGN: OWNER RENOTIFICATION (SC307/WTY037) - This document is the owner renotification advising that Kia is conducting a Volun…11033978
SC307_REIMBJun 17, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMVOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAINGN: REIMBURSEMENT FORM (SC307 Flight#301) - This document is a Reimbursement Request form that was mailed with the customer letter advising them to subm…11033989
CS2312_TSB_R2Jun 8, 2026STRUCTURE:BODYTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: THEFT DETERRENT IGNITION CYLINDER PROTECTOR AND DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2312) - This bulletin has been revised to include additi…11034003
TSB_ELE422May 28, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM SOFTWARE UPDATE USING UPDATE.KIA.COM - This bulletin provides information and service procedures for updating the infotainment sy…11033217
TSB_ELE417Apr 14, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFOTAINMENT SOFTWARE UPDATE PROCEDURE - This bulletin provides information on the process for downloading infotainment software updates and preparin…11031906
TSB_CS2312_R1Feb 19, 2026STRUCTURE:BODYTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: THEFT DETERRENT IGNITION CYLINDER PROTECTOR AND DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2312) - This bulletin has been revised to include additi…11028908
SC288_TSB_R6_CLSDJan 16, 2026FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: FUEL TANK AND/OR PCSV CHECK VALVE INSPECTION/REPLACEMENT + ECU SW UPGRADE (SC288/SC288A) CLOSED & SUPERSEDED -…11027856
TSB_CS2312Dec 18, 2025STRUCTURE:BODYTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: THEFT DETERRENT IGNITION CYLINDER PROTECTOR AND DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2312) - This bulletin provides information to install a…11026825
CS2312_OWNRDec 17, 2025STRUCTURE:BODYCUSTOMER SATISFACTION CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION (CS2312) - This document is the owner notification advising that Kia is conducting Customer Satisfaction Campaign. A software…11026980
PS797Dec 9, 2025BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGSPITSTOP: TECHNICAL OPERATIONS: EXTERNAL DAMAGE TO ULTRASONIC SENSOR: This Pitstop provides information related to Parking Distance Warning (PDW) alerts and repairs involving ult…11026698
TSB_ENG260Nov 19, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINETECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: ITM REPLACEMENT AND ECM LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (CA2511) - This bulletin provides information to replace the Integrated Thermal Management Module (ITM) and…11025760
SC288_OWNR_301Oct 17, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMVOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: OWNER RENOTIFICATION (SC288 FLIGHT 301) - This document is the owner renotification advising that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Emissions S…11024347
SC288A_OWNRJul 18, 2025FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ELECTRICAL SYSTEMVOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION (SC288A) - This document is the owner notification advising that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Emissions Service Campaig…11020864
SC288_OWNR_103Jun 21, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMVOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION (SC288) - This document is the owner notification advising that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign…11019682
SC288_TSB_R6Jun 17, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMVOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: FUEL TANK AND/OR PCSV CHECK VALVE INSPECTION/ REPLACEMENT + ECU SW UPGRADE (SC288/SC288A) - This bulletin has been revised to include addit…11019657
TSB_FUE069_CLSDJun 10, 2025FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: PARTS COLLECTION SERVICE ACTION: PCSV REPLACEMENT (SA612) CLOSED - This bulletin is now closed. This bulletin provided information to…11019905
TSB_FUE069May 19, 2025FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTS COLLECTION SERVICE ACTION: PCSV REPLACEMENT (SA612) - This bulletin provides information to replace Purge Control S…11018525
SC307_OWNR_201May 7, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEMVOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN & WARRANTY EXTENSION CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION (SC307) - This document is the owner renotification advising that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Serv…11018157
TSB_TRA046_R5Apr 17, 2025POWER TRAINTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are in…11017172
TSB_ENG222_R8Apr 3, 2025ENGINETECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA/KAPPA ENGINES - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of th…11017109
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