Recall 25V-351
Kia America, Inc. recalled the 2025 Kia K5: Exterior lighting (lighting control module, software).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 25V-351
- Reported
- May 27, 2025
- Vehicles affected
- 82,281 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 K5 vehicles. A software error in the Power-net Domain Controller (PDC) may cause the parking lights to flicker. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
The risk
Parking lights that fail to illuminate properly can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
The PDC software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 24, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-[removed]. Kia's number for this recall is SC341.
Affected vehicles
- Kia K5 2025