Model year
2023 Kia K5
NHTSA lists 4 recalls and 110 complaints for the 2023 Kia K5 (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints are FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (41), UNKNOWN OR OTHER (23), FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE (14). NHTSA lists 1 investigation. NHTSA rated 2 variants 5 stars overall. EPA rates it 27–31 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $2,150–$2,500, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2021 169 complaints
- 2022 129 complaints
- 2023 110 complaints
- 2024 31 complaints
- 2025 53 complaints
- 2026 14 complaints
- 2027 0 complaints
Recalls
25V794000 · Nov 17, 2025
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
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.
25V493000 · Jul 28, 2025
STRUCTURE:EXTERIOR TRIM; STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2025 K5 vehicles. The left and right rear window trim pieces may loosen and detach.
23V149000 · Mar 7, 2023
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN
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.
22V760000 · Oct 11, 2022
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
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.
Complaints
110 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 6, fire flag on 0, injury field 17, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations
| Action | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| DP22003 | Loss of Motive Power · ENGINE | Sep 12, 2022 | Dec 12, 2023 |
Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 DR AWD | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · possibility 0.107 | NHTSA photo |
| 4 DR FWD | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · possibility 0.107 | NHTSA photo |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| K5 · 1.6L · Automatic (S8) · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 27 | 37 | 31 | — | — | $2,150 |
| K5 AWD · 1.6L · Automatic (S8) · All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 25 | 33 | 28 | — | — | $2,400 |
| K5 · 2.5L · Automatic (AM-S8) · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 24 | 32 | 27 | — | — | $2,500 |
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