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Recall 22V-760

Kia America, Inc. recalled the 2021 to 2023 Kia K5 and 1 other model: Power train (automatic transmission).

At a glance

Campaign number
22V-760
Reported
October 11, 2022
Vehicles affected
69,038 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

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.

The risk

Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

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-[removed]. Kia's number for this recall is SC250.

Notes from the manufacturer

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]

Affected vehicles