Fuel System complaints and recalls from NHTSA
Summary
The 2021 Kia K5 has 6 NHTSA fuel system complaints and 2 fuel system-related recalls.
6
Complaints
2
Recalls
1
Injuries Reported
Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 9, 2026
21V519000
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Kia Motor America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021 Sorento and 2021-2022 K5 vehicles equipped with 2.5L turbocharged engines. Fuel may leak at the pip...
25V794000
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 a...
| Date ↓ | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 8, 2025 | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | The contact owns a 2021 Kia K5. While driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact heard a loud expl... |
| Nov 22, 2025 | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | The contact owns a 2021 Kia K5. The contact stated that while driving 65-70 MPH, the fuel gauge disp... |
| Sep 5, 2025 | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | The contact owns a 2021 Kia K5. The contact stated that fuel odor was entering the cabin of the vehi... |
| Jul 1, 2025 | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | The contact's daughter owns a 2021 Kia K5. The contact stated that while the contact’s son-in-law wa... |
| Mar 10, 2025 | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,SEATS | The contact owns a 2021 Kia K5. The contact stated while her daughter was driving 60 MPH, there was ... |
| Feb 15, 2025 | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | The contact owns a 2015 Kia K5. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V79400... |