KIA — recall

Automotive · United States · 2025-11-17

Kia K5 vehicles have a damaged check valve allowing air into the fuel tank

Country	United States
Category	Automotive
Published	2025-11-17
Manufacturer	Kia America, Inc.
Models affected	K5
Model year	2021-2024
Units affected	250547
Defect	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._x000D_ 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 are expected to be 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.
Recall number	25V794000
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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