KIA — recall

Automotive · United States · 2025-07-28

起亚 K5 vehicles: rear window trim pieces may loosen and detach

Country	United States
Category	Automotive
Published	2025-07-28
Manufacturer	Kia America, Inc.
Models affected	K5
Model year	2023-2025
Units affected	100063
Defect	Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2025 K5 vehicles. The left and right rear window trim pieces may loosen and detach._x000D_ Detached trim pieces can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Component	STRUCTURE
Remedy	Dealers will inspect and replace the C-pillar trim assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 26, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC346.
Recall number	25V493000
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	FMVSS (NHTSA) · Full guide →

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