KIA 2021 KIA K5 Recall
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2021 KIA K5
Brand
KIA
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2021
Kia America, Inc. is recalling certain 2021 KIA K5 vehicles due to power train:automatic transmission issues. Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026