KIA, KIA — recall

Automotive · United States · 2025-08-25

Kia K4 and Sorento vehicles' engine connecting rod bolts may be improperly tightened

Country	United States
Category	Automotive
Published	2025-08-25
Manufacturer	Kia America, Inc.
Models affected	K4, SORENTO
Model year	2025, 2025
Units affected	30
Defect	Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 K4 and Sorento vehicles. The connecting rod bolts in the engine may have been improperly tightened, which can cause a loss of drive power._x000D_ A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Component	ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Remedy	Dealers will replace the sub engine assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 12, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC349.
Recall number	25V548000
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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