NHTSAGeneral Alert
Kia America, Inc. - Fuel Tank May Leak
Published: November 17, 2025Recall ID: 25V794000Category: vehiclesCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
A melted fuel tank can leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Product Description & Identification
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.
Affected Products
Fuel Tank May Leak
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Subject | Fuel Tank May Leak |
| Nhtsa id | 25V794000 |
| Recall link › Url | https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25V794000 |
| Recall link › Description | Go to Recall |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Do not drive | No |
| Manufacturer | Kia America, Inc. |
| Defect summary | 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. |
| Completion rate | 24.02 |
| Corrective action | Dealers will replace the check valve. The fuel tank will be inspected for damage and replaced as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 16, 2026. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC356. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 1, 2025. |
| Consequence summary | A melted fuel tank can leak, increasing the risk of a fire. |
| Mfr campaign number | SC356 |
| Potentially affected | 250547 |
| Report received date | 2025-11-17T00:00:00.000 |
| Fire risk when parked | No |