NHTSA Recall History
Kia America, Inc. Safety Recalls
Every NHTSA-recorded safety recall issued by Kia America, Inc. — searchable by year, component, and severity. Data sourced daily from the U.S. Department of Transportation.
⚠ 2 active Do Not Drive recalls — see below
About Kia America, Inc. recalls
Kia America, Inc. has issued 206 NHTSA-tracked safety recalls spanning 33 years (from 1994 to 2026), affecting an estimated 17,072,193 vehicles. The most-recalled components are Electrical System, Fuel System, Gasoline, Service Brakes, Hydraulic. Repairs for active recalls are free at any authorized Kia America, Inc. dealer — there is no time limit on safety recalls.
Defect Categories
Most-recalled components
The vehicle systems behind most Kia America, Inc. safety recalls.
Electrical System 32 recalls
Fuel System, Gasoline 17 recalls
Service Brakes, Hydraulic 15 recalls
Power Train 14 recalls
Air Bags 13 recalls
Seat Belts 12 recalls
Recall History
Kia America, Inc. recalls by year
Browse 206 recalls across 33 years. Most recent first.
2026 5 recalls
Large Recall 26V232000
Kia America, Inc.
Fuel leak at pipe connection
Fuel System, Gasoline · 141,032 affected · Apr 10, 2026
Recall 26V173000
Kia America, Inc.
Power rear seats may trap a person
Seats · 568 affected · Mar 20, 2026
Recall 26V135000
Kia America, Inc.
Rear seat belt buckle may not latch
Seat Belts · 14,870 affected · Mar 6, 2026
Recall 26V105000
Kia America, Inc.
Front seat back frames may fail
Seats · 85,515 affected · Feb 23, 2026
Recall 26V046000
Kia America, Inc.
Instrument panel display failure/fmvss 101, 138
Electrical System · 42,677 affected · Jan 27, 2026
2025 13 recalls
Recall 25V874000
Kia America, Inc.
Blank instrument panel screen/fmvss 101
Electrical System · 5,046 affected · Dec 17, 2025
Large Recall 25V794000
Kia America, Inc.
Fuel tank may leak
N/A · 250,547 affected · Nov 17, 2025
Recall 25V745000
Kia America, Inc.
Incorrect spare tire/fmvss 110
Tires · 45 affected · Oct 31, 2025
Recall 25V649000
Kia America, Inc.
Fire from hvac wiring harness
Electrical System · 39,536 affected · Sep 25, 2025
Recall 25V548000
Kia America, Inc.
Loss of drive power from loose engine bolts
Engine And Engine Cooling · 30 affected · Aug 25, 2025
Large Recall 25V493000
Kia America, Inc.
Rear window trim pieces may detach
Structure · 100,063 affected · Jul 28, 2025
Large Recall 25V494000
Kia America, Inc.
Door belt molding trim can detach while driving
Structure · 201,149 affected · Jul 28, 2025
Recall 25V426000
Kia America, Inc.
Rearview camera image may not display/fmvss 111
Back Over Prevention · 11,327 affected · Jun 20, 2025
Recall 25V351000
Kia America, Inc.
Parking lights may flicker/fmvss 108
Exterior Lighting · 82,281 affected · May 27, 2025
Recall 25V115000
Kia America, Inc.
Loss of drive power from damaged gear drive unit
Electrical System · 342 affected · Feb 24, 2025
Large Recall 25V099000
Kia America, Inc.
Engine damage may cause stall or fire
Engine And Engine Cooling · 137,256 affected · Feb 17, 2025
Recall 25V024000
Kia America, Inc.
Improper air bag deployment from damaged wiring
Electrical System · 80,255 affected · Jan 17, 2025
Recall 25V006000
Kia America, Inc.
Loss of headlights and taillights/fmvss 108
Electrical System · 74,469 affected · Jan 13, 2025
2024 20 recalls
Recall 24V962000
Kia America, Inc.
Missing seat mounting bolts
Seats · 22,883 affected · Dec 20, 2024
Recall 24V920000
Kia America, Inc.
Fuel line may become damaged during crash
Fuel System, Gasoline · 1,385 affected · Dec 10, 2024
Recall 24V867000
Kia America, Inc.
Loss of drive power from damaged charging unit
Electrical System · 62,872 affected · Nov 18, 2024
Recall 24V757000
Kia America, Inc.
Blank instrument panel screen/fmvss 101
Electrical System · 14,163 affected · Oct 10, 2024
Recall 24V693000
Kia America, Inc.
Remote smart parking assist failure
Parking Brake · 12,400 affected · Sep 17, 2024
Recall 24V422000
Kia America, Inc.
Loss of power steering assist
Steering · 1,075 affected · Jun 7, 2024
Fire Risk 24V407000
Kia America, Inc.
Fire from overheated power seat motor
Seats · 462,869 affected · Jun 5, 2024
Recall 24V400000
Kia America, Inc.
Inadequate headliner impact protection/fmvss 201
Structure · 2,401 affected · Jun 4, 2024
Recall 24V358000
Kia America, Inc.
High voltage battery safety plug may overheat
Electrical System · 2,209 affected · May 21, 2024
Recall 24V338000
Kia America, Inc.
Loose seat belt retractor cover/fmvss 208 & 209
Seat Belts · 4 affected · May 14, 2024
Recall 24V287000
Kia America, Inc.
Loss of power steering assist
Electrical System · 95 affected · Apr 23, 2024
Recall 24V271000
Kia America, Inc.
Improperly tightened differential bolts
Power Train · 8 affected · Apr 16, 2024
Do Not Drive 24V244000
Kia America, Inc.
Front lower control arm may fail
Suspension · 215 affected · Apr 1, 2024
Large Recall 24V214000
Kia America, Inc.
Vehicle roll away from disengaged driveshaft
Power Train · 427,407 affected · Mar 20, 2024
Recall 24V200000
Kia America, Inc.
Loss of drive power from damaged charging unit
Electrical System · 48,232 affected · Mar 14, 2024
Recall 24V169000
Kia America, Inc.
Engine compartment fire from oil leak
Engine And Engine Cooling · 36,248 affected · Mar 1, 2024
Recall 24V148000
Kia America, Inc.
High beam headlights may fail
Exterior Lighting · 35,031 affected · Feb 26, 2024
Recall 24V077000
Kia America, Inc.
Engine valve springs may break
Engine And Engine Cooling · 2,872 affected · Feb 7, 2024
Recall 24V057000
Kia America, Inc.
Loss of drive power from faulty driveshaft
Power Train · 1,243 affected · Jan 31, 2024
Large Recall 24V025000
Kia America, Inc.
Roof molding may detach
Structure · 101,049 affected · Jan 18, 2024
2023 21 recalls
See all 21 →Recall 23V830000
Kia America, Inc.
Side curtain air bags may deploy unexpectedly
N/A · 2,967 affected · Dec 22, 2023
Recall 23V877000
Kia America, Inc.
Engine compartment fire
N/A · 79,812 affected · Dec 21, 2023
Recall 23V724000
Kia America, Inc.
Unintended movement due to damaged park mechanism
Electrical System · 6,262 affected · Oct 26, 2023
Recall 23V692000
Kia America, Inc.
Headliner plate detachment
Structure · 22,768 affected · Oct 13, 2023
Fire Risk 23V652000
Kia America, Inc.
Hecu may cause engine compartment fire
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 1,730,192 affected · Sep 25, 2023
Do Not Drive 23V649000
Kia America, Inc.
Front lower control arm may fail
Suspension · 3,866 affected · Sep 22, 2023
Recall 23V639000
Kia America, Inc.
Rearview camera image may not display/fmvss 111
Back Over Prevention · 83,667 affected · Sep 15, 2023
Recall 23V634000
Kia America, Inc.
Loss of drive power from fuel pump failure
Fuel System, Gasoline · 18,224 affected · Sep 13, 2023
Large Recall 23V610000
Kia America, Inc.
Rearview camera image may not display/fmvss 111
Back Over Prevention · 144,979 affected · Aug 31, 2023
Large Recall 23V594000
Kia America, Inc.
Trunk emergency release may fail/fmvss 401
Latches/locks/linkages · 319,436 affected · Aug 24, 2023
Recall 23V579000
Kia America, Inc.
Air bag warning labels may detach/fmvss 208
Equipment · 50,517 affected · Aug 15, 2023
Fire Risk 23V531000
Kia America, Inc.
Electric oil pump assembly may cause fire
Power Train · 39,765 affected · Jul 31, 2023
Large Recall 23V534000
Kia America, Inc.
Engine compartment fire
Power Train · 121,411 affected · Jul 31, 2023
Recall 23V410000
Kia America, Inc.
Loss of power brake assist
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 98,944 affected · Jun 7, 2023
Large Recall 23V298000
Kia America, Inc.
Blank lcd display/fmvss 101 & 138
Electrical System · 108,936 affected · Apr 26, 2023
Recall 23V236000
Kia America, Inc.
Power sliding door may close on occupant
Structure · 51,568 affected · Mar 31, 2023
Recall 23V218000
Kia America, Inc.
High-voltage battery pack may short-circuit
Electrical System · 2,689 affected · Mar 29, 2023
Fire Risk 23V179000
Kia America, Inc.
Tow hitch harness fire while parked or driving
N/A · 3,555 affected · Mar 17, 2023
Large Recall 23V149000
Kia America, Inc.
Side curtain air bags may not deploy properly
Air Bags · 188,912 affected · Mar 7, 2023
Recall 23V035000
Kia America, Inc.
Second row side air bags may not deploy
Air Bags · 31,943 affected · Jan 29, 2023
2022 24 recalls
See all 24 →Recall 22V906000
Kia America, Inc.
Loss of steering control from cracked knuckle
Steering · 939 affected · Dec 8, 2022
Recall 22V899000
Kia America, Inc.
Coolant leak in epcu may cause loss of drive power
Electrical System · 872 affected · Dec 6, 2022
Recall 22V878000
Kia America, Inc.
Side curtain air bags can deploy improperly
Air Bags · 76,918 affected · Nov 28, 2022
Recall 22V836000
Kia America, Inc.
Electrical resistance at main relay may cause fire
N/A · 27,030 affected · Nov 11, 2022
Fire Risk 22V800000
Kia America, Inc.
Engine compartment fire
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 71,704 affected · Oct 24, 2022
Recall 22V760000
Kia America, Inc.
Loss of drive power
Power Train · 69,038 affected · Oct 11, 2022
Fire Risk 22V703000
Kia America, Inc.
Tow hitch harness fire while parked or driving
N/A · 70,887 affected · Sep 19, 2022
Recall 22V651000
Kia America, Inc.
Loose alternator battery nut
Electrical System · 19,701 affected · Aug 29, 2022
Fire Risk 22V626000
Kia America, Inc.
Tow hitch harness fire while parked or driving
N/A · 36,417 affected · Aug 15, 2022
Recall 22V612000
Kia America, Inc.
Vehicle rollaway from faulty shift lever assembly
Power Train · 28,065 affected · Aug 10, 2022
Large Recall 22V560000
Kia America, Inc.
Headliner plate detachment
Structure · 257,998 affected · Aug 1, 2022
Recall 22V509000
Kia America, Inc.
Incorrect spare tire size/fmvss 110
Tires · 8 affected · Jul 19, 2022
Recall 22V447000
Kia America, Inc.
Seat belt pretensioners may explode
Seat Belts · 17,199 affected · Jun 23, 2022
Recall 22V344000
Kia America, Inc.
Blank instrument cluster display screen/fmvss 101
Electrical System · 3,596 affected · May 17, 2022
Recall 22V322000
Kia America, Inc.
Vehicle rollaway from software error
Parking Brake · 9,014 affected · May 11, 2022
Recall 22V304000
Kia America, Inc.
Unsecured steering column
Steering · 30 affected · May 5, 2022
Recall 22V202000
Kia America, Inc.
Turbocharger oil supply pipe may leak
Engine And Engine Cooling · 26 affected · Mar 29, 2022
Recall 22V158000
Kia America, Inc.
Inadequate windshield bonding
Visibility · 30,362 affected · Mar 15, 2022
Recall 22V127000
Kia America, Inc.
Seat belt pretensioners may explode
Seat Belts · 213 affected · Mar 4, 2022
Large Recall 22V096000
Kia America, Inc.
Front air bags may not deploy
Air Bags · 128,280 affected · Feb 18, 2022
2021 15 recalls
Recall 21V936000
Kia America, Inc.
Reduced braking performance
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 87 affected · Dec 1, 2021
Recall 21V908000
Kia America, Inc.
Passenger-side sliding door may not latch
Latches/locks/linkages · 2,956 affected · Nov 19, 2021
Recall 21V862000
Kia America, Inc.
Inaccurate fuel gauge reading
Electrical System · 53 affected · Nov 5, 2021
Recall 21V844000
Kia America, Inc.
Engine damage may cause stall or fire
N/A · 10,731 affected · Oct 29, 2021
Recall 21V725000
Kia America, Inc.
Turn signal may activate in wrong direction
Electrical System · 88,576 affected · Sep 17, 2021
Large Recall 21V622000
Kia America, Inc.
Trunk emergency release may fail/fmvss 401
Latches/locks/linkages · 253,074 affected · Aug 9, 2021
Recall 21V577000
Kia America, Inc.
Blank lcd display/fmvss 101
Electrical System · 5,143 affected · Jul 28, 2021
Recall 21V519000
Kia America, Inc.
Fuel leak at pipe connection
Fuel System, Gasoline · 21,575 affected · Jul 8, 2021
Recall 21V447000
Kia America, Inc.
Steering assist level may not adjust properly
Lane Departure · 846 affected · Jun 14, 2021
Fire Risk 21V331000
Kia America, Inc.
Hydraulic electronic control unit may short
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 440,370 affected · May 10, 2021
Recall 21V277000
Kia America, Inc.
Fuel rail tube may leak
Fuel System, Gasoline · 2,744 affected · Apr 21, 2021
Large Recall 21V259000
Kia America, Inc.
Improperly heat-treated piston oil rings
N/A · 147,249 affected · Apr 13, 2021
Recall 21V260000
Kia America, Inc.
Foreign particles may cause oil pump to fail
Engine And Engine Cooling · 4,069 affected · Apr 13, 2021
Recall 21V164000
Kia America, Inc.
Occupant detection system malfunction/fmvss 208
Air Bags · 142 affected · Mar 11, 2021
Fire Risk 21V137000
Kia America, Inc.
Engine compartment fire
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 379,931 affected · Mar 4, 2021
2020 12 recalls
Large Recall 20V750000
Kia America, Inc.
Engine damage may cause fire
N/A · 294,756 affected · Dec 2, 2020
Recall 20V560000
Kia America, Inc.
Insufficient fuel supply
Fuel System, Gasoline · 635 affected · Sep 16, 2020
Fire Risk 20V518000
Kia America, Inc.
Abs unit may cause fire
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 28,200 affected · Aug 27, 2020
Fire Risk 20V519000
Kia America, Inc.
Hydraulic electronic control unit may short
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 440,370 affected · Aug 27, 2020
Recall 20V459000
Kia America, Inc.
Left front axle driveshaft may break
Power Train · 834 affected · Aug 5, 2020
Recall 20V436000
Kia America, Inc.
Inoperative trailer brake lights/fmvss 108
Electrical System · 86,921 affected · Jul 28, 2020
Recall 20V422000
Kia America, Inc.
Potential loss of steering control
N/A · 104 affected · Jul 22, 2020
Recall 20V399000
Kia America, Inc.
Alternator terminal nut may loosen
Electrical System · 5,385 affected · Jul 8, 2020
Recall 20V389000
Kia America, Inc.
Unintended movement due to damaged park mechanism
Electrical System · 3,714 affected · Jul 2, 2020
Large Recall 20V100000
Kia America, Inc.
Low pressure fuel hose may crack and leak
Fuel System, Gasoline · 141,774 affected · Feb 21, 2020
Recall 20V101000
Kia America, Inc.
Fuel rail may crack and cause fire
Fuel System, Gasoline · 51,465 affected · Feb 21, 2020
Large Recall 20V088000
Kia America, Inc.
Abs module may short circuit
N/A · 228,829 affected · Feb 14, 2020
2019 6 recalls
Recall 19V594000
Kia America, Inc.
Incorrect seat belt assemblies installed/fmvss 208
Seat Belts · 30,168 affected · Aug 13, 2019
Recall 19V539000
Kia America, Inc.
Collision-avoidance assist may not engage
Forward Collision Avoidance · 11,423 affected · Jul 19, 2019
Recall 19V207000
Kia America, Inc.
Seatbelt buckle may be improperly installed
Seat Belts · 197 affected · Mar 18, 2019
Large Recall 19V120000
Kia America, Inc.
Overheated catalytic converter may damage engine
N/A · 378,967 affected · Feb 22, 2019
Recall 19V109000
Kia America, Inc.
Occupant detection system wire harness may break
Electrical System · 94,389 affected · Feb 19, 2019
Recall 19V101000
Kia America, Inc.
Engine oil leak may cause stall or fire
N/A · 32,296 affected · Feb 15, 2019
2018 9 recalls
Recall 18V907000
Kia America, Inc.
High pressure fuel pipe may leak
N/A · 71,653 affected · Dec 19, 2018
Recall 18V771000
Kia America, Inc.
Incorrect low beam aiming/fmvss 108
Exterior Lighting · 1,754 affected · Oct 31, 2018
Recall 18V754000
Kia America, Inc.
Wiring harness may be damaged by fender
Electrical System · 16,011 affected · Oct 25, 2018
Recall 18V666000
Kia America, Inc.
Electrical resistance at main relay may cause fire
N/A · 27,030 affected · Sep 25, 2018
Recall 18V656000
Kia America, Inc.
Steering column may separate
Steering · 97 affected · Sep 21, 2018
Large Recall 18V363000
Kia America, Inc.
Air bags/seat belt pretensioners may be disabled
Air Bags · 507,587 affected · Jun 1, 2018
Large Recall 18V338000
Kia America, Inc.
Power sliding door may not auto-reverse
Electrical System · 106,428 affected · May 23, 2018
Recall 18V257000
Kia America, Inc.
Clutch actuator oil leak may cause fire
N/A · 27,029 affected · Apr 20, 2018
Recall 18V161000
Kia America, Inc.
Voltage protection device may activate
N/A · 1,710 affected · Mar 8, 2018
2017 8 recalls
Recall 17V784000
Kia America, Inc.
Inflator component may detach during deployment
Air Bags · 2,014 affected · Dec 8, 2017
Large Recall 17V773000
Kia America, Inc.
Brake pedal stopper may deteriorate
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 134,366 affected · Dec 1, 2017
Large Recall 17V608000
Kia America, Inc.
Steering gear may separate
N/A · 342,381 affected · Sep 29, 2017
Recall 17V586000
Kia America, Inc.
Improperly heat treated crankshaft may cause stall
Engine And Engine Cooling · 62 affected · Sep 21, 2017
Large Recall 17V224000
Kia America, Inc.
Bearing wear may result in engine seizure
Engine And Engine Cooling · 618,160 affected · Mar 31, 2017
Recall 17V190000
Kia America, Inc.
Brake vacuum hose may kink
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 47 affected · Mar 16, 2017
Recall 17V159000
Kia America, Inc.
Loss of electric power steering assist
Steering · 135 affected · Mar 10, 2017
Recall 17V007000
Kia America, Inc.
Driver air bag may not fully inflate
Air Bags · 1 affected · Jan 6, 2017
2016 11 recalls
Recall 16V862000
Kia America, Inc.
Trailer brakes may stay illuminated/fmvss 108
N/A · 10,212 affected · Nov 30, 2016
Recall 16V815000
Kia America, Inc.
Hydraulic electronic control unit may short
Electrical System · 71,704 affected · Nov 10, 2016
Recall 16V770000
Kia America, Inc.
Inadequately welded driver seatback frame
N/A · 1,408 affected · Oct 24, 2016
Recall 16V705000
Kia America, Inc.
Right front axle driveshaft may fail
Power Train · 12,214 affected · Oct 3, 2016
Recall 16V480000
Kia America, Inc.
Rear crossmember weld fracture
Suspension · 7,901 affected · Jun 29, 2016
Recall 16V387000
Kia America, Inc.
Front lower control arm corrosion
Suspension · 97,884 affected · Jun 1, 2016
Large Recall 16V389000
Kia America, Inc.
Secondary hood latch may bind and not latch
Latches/locks/linkages · 219,800 affected · Jun 1, 2016
Recall 16V312000
Kia America, Inc.
Improperly tightened seat belt retractor screws
Seat Belts · 5,245 affected · May 17, 2016
Recall 16V231000
Kia America, Inc.
Air bag second stage may not inflate properly
Air Bags · 17 affected · Apr 21, 2016
Recall 16V210000
Kia America, Inc.
Headlights may flicker or turn off
Exterior Lighting · 3,099 affected · Apr 12, 2016
Recall 16V070000
Kia America, Inc.
Transmission cooler hose may leak fluid
Power Train · 10,240 affected · Feb 5, 2016
2015 6 recalls
Large Recall 15V626000
Kia America, Inc.
Brake-shift interlock mechanism can chip or crack
Power Train · 377,062 affected · Oct 6, 2015
Recall 15V446000
Kia America, Inc.
Front passenger seat belt may not latch
Seat Belts · 2,587 affected · Jul 14, 2015
Recall 15V360000
Kia America, Inc.
Intermittent failure of the brake light switch
Exterior Lighting · 7,722 affected · Jun 9, 2015
Large Recall 15V123000
Kia America, Inc.
Accelerator pedal may fracture
Vehicle Speed Control · 208,858 affected · Mar 2, 2015
Recall 15V089000
Kia America, Inc.
Vehicle may not be able to accelerate
Vehicle Speed Control · 12,361 affected · Feb 13, 2015
Recall 15V015000
Kia America, Inc.
Cooling fan resistor may melt
N/A · 86,880 affected · Jan 16, 2015
2014 3 recalls
Recall 14V822000
Kia America, Inc.
Headliner plate detachment
Structure · 95,314 affected · Dec 29, 2014
Recall 14V289000
Kia America, Inc.
19" non-chrome wheel fracture
N/A · 3,107 affected · May 30, 2014
Recall 14V023000
Kia America, Inc.
Incorrect certification label/ fmvss 110
Equipment · 11,961 affected · Jan 27, 2014
2013 3 recalls
Recall 13V550000
Kia America, Inc.
Front lower control arm corrosion
Suspension · 79,867 affected · Nov 5, 2013
Recall 13V356000
Kia America, Inc.
Right front axle shaft can fracture
Power Train · 9,345 affected · Aug 13, 2013
Large Recall 13V114000
Kia America, Inc.
Stop lamp switch may function intermittently
Exterior Lighting · 980,377 affected · Apr 1, 2013
2012 3 recalls
Recall 12V244000
Kia America, Inc.
Occupant classification system mat
Air Bags · 72,568 affected · May 31, 2012
Recall 12V245000
Kia America, Inc.
Brake pedal mount replacement
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 21,912 affected · May 31, 2012
Large Recall 12V014000
Kia America, Inc.
Air bag clock spring assembly
Air Bags · 145,755 affected · Jan 17, 2012
2011 4 recalls
Recall 11V473000
Kia America, Inc.
Occupant classification system
Air Bags · 10,631 affected · Sep 7, 2011
Recall 11V256000
Kia America, Inc.
Fuel tank straps
Fuel System, Other · 58,322 affected · Apr 25, 2011
Recall 11V258000
Kia America, Inc.
Intermediate driveshaft
Power Train · 12,690 affected · Apr 25, 2011
Recall 11V153000
Kia America, Inc.
Automatic transmission shift cable inspection
Power Train · 70,115 affected · Mar 9, 2011
2010 2 recalls
2009 2 recalls
2008 1 recall
2007 1 recall
2006 3 recalls
Recall 06V349000
Kia America, Inc.
Stop lamp switch wiring harness
Electrical System · 4,753 affected · Sep 11, 2006
Recall 06V294000
Kia America, Inc.
Automatic locking retractor/fmvss 208
Seat Belts · 32,257 affected · Aug 4, 2006
Recall 06V265000
Kia America, Inc.
Rear caliper brake hoses
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 13,060 affected · Jul 19, 2006
2005 12 recalls
Recall 05V557000
Kia America, Inc.
Fmvss 225/child seat anchorasge system
N/A · 90,865 affected · Dec 12, 2005
Recall 05V463000
Kia America, Inc.
Power seat wiring
N/A · 74,276 affected · Oct 5, 2005
Recall 05V431000
Kia America, Inc.
Occupant classification system
N/A · 73,641 affected · Sep 21, 2005
Recall 05V353000
Kia America, Inc.
Fuel line
Fuel System, Gasoline · 2,935 affected · Aug 4, 2005
Large Recall 05V329000
Kia America, Inc.
Throttle sticking
Vehicle Speed Control · 118,447 affected · Jul 20, 2005
Recall 05V318000
Kia America, Inc.
Parking brake ratchet pawls
N/A · 3,672 affected · Jul 8, 2005
Recall 05V232000
Kia America, Inc.
Rear wheel bearing damage
N/A · 37,358 affected · May 19, 2005
Recall 05V212000
Kia America, Inc.
Fuel leak o-ring/fuel tank
Fuel System, Gasoline · 10,360 affected · May 3, 2005
Recall 05V183000
Kia America, Inc.
Steering tie rod
Steering · 368 affected · Apr 28, 2005
Recall 05V159000
Kia America, Inc.
Steel wheels
N/A · 24,119 affected · Apr 20, 2005
Recall 05V120000
Kia America, Inc.
Electronic stability control module
Electronic Stability Control · 7,619 affected · Mar 29, 2005
Recall 05V013000
Kia America, Inc.
Throttle cable
Vehicle Speed Control · 89,238 affected · Jan 19, 2005
2004 3 recalls
Large Recall 04V305000
Kia America, Inc.
Kia/front seat belt buckles
Seat Belts · 251,594 affected · Jun 24, 2004
Recall 04V180000
Kia America, Inc.
Kia/fuel tank assembly valve
Fuel System, Gasoline · 25,803 affected · Apr 12, 2004
Large Recall 04V179000
Kia America, Inc.
Kia/fuel distributor assembly
Fuel System, Gasoline · 187,790 affected · Apr 9, 2004
2003 5 recalls
Recall 03V352000
Kia America, Inc.
Kia/fuel leakage
N/A · 57,340 affected · Sep 24, 2003
Recall 03V158000
Kia America, Inc.
Kia/abs electronic control module
Service Brakes, Air · 3,375 affected · Apr 25, 2003
Recall 03V135000
Kia America, Inc.
Kia/seats
Seats · 4,276 affected · Apr 3, 2003
Recall 03V067000
Kia America, Inc.
Kia/crankshaft position sensor
Electrical System · 11,501 affected · Mar 4, 2003
Recall 03V017000
Kia America, Inc.
Kia/fmvss 209/seat belt buckle anchor bolts
Seat Belts · 21,248 affected · Jan 22, 2003
2002 2 recalls
2001 1 recall
2000 2 recalls
1999 4 recalls
Recall 99V325000
Kia America, Inc.
Kia/engine stalling
Electrical System · 76,986 affected · Nov 19, 1999
Large Recall 99V317000
Kia America, Inc.
Kia/engine stalling (c304/c305)
Fuel System, Gasoline · 102,944 affected · Nov 9, 1999
Large Recall 99V318000
Kia America, Inc.
Kia/engine stalling (c304/c305)
Fuel System, Gasoline · 102,944 affected · Nov 9, 1999
Recall 99V271000
Kia America, Inc.
Kia/windshield wiper linkage
Visibility · 90,054 affected · Oct 6, 1999
1998 1 recall
1997 1 recall
1996 1 recall
1995 1 recall
Kia America, Inc. Recall FAQ
Common questions about Kia America, Inc. safety recalls, owner rights, and how to use this tracker.
How many recalls has Kia America, Inc. issued?
Kia America, Inc. has issued 206 NHTSA-tracked recalls covering approximately 17,072,193 vehicles since 1994. The most recent recall was reported 2026-04-10.
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Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's lookup tool will list every active recall tied to your specific vehicle, including ones from Kia America, Inc. and any sub-brand or component supplier.
Are Kia America, Inc. recall repairs free?
Yes. Under federal law (49 U.S.C. § 30120), manufacturers including Kia America, Inc. must remedy safety defects at no cost to the owner. Bring the recall notice or NHTSA recall ID to any authorized Kia America, Inc. dealer and the repair (or replacement, or refund) is free.
Does Kia America, Inc. have any "Do Not Drive" recalls?
Yes — 2 Kia America, Inc. recalls carry a NHTSA "Do Not Drive" warning, meaning the affected vehicles should not be operated until repaired. Look for the red Do Not Drive badge on individual recall cards below.
Are any Kia America, Inc. recalls related to fire risk?
Yes — 12 Kia America, Inc. recalls have been flagged as having fire risk when parked. NHTSA generally advises affected owners to park outside and away from structures until repairs are completed.
Which Kia America, Inc. components are most commonly recalled?
The top recalled components for Kia America, Inc. are: Electrical System (32), Fuel System, Gasoline (17), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (15), Power Train (14), Air Bags (13). Recalls in these categories tend to drive the most repair-campaign volume.
Where does this Kia America, Inc. recall data come from?
All data on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation's public recall dataset (NHTSA), refreshed daily. Last update: 2026-05-22. This site is independent and not affiliated with Kia America, Inc..