2022 Kia K5

Key Technical Specifications

	All Wheel Drive
	5
	9.2
	7
	Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
	180 @ 5500
	195 @ 1500
	60
	Automatic w/OD N/A

Warranty Info

Basic: 
        5 Years/100,000 km

Drivetrain: 
        5 Years/100,000 km

Corrosion: 
        5 Years/Unlimited km

Roadside Assistance: 
        5 Years/Unlimited km

Recall Info

US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
        21V447000

Mfg's Report Date:
        JUN 13, 2021

Component:
        STEERING

Potential Number Of Units Affected:
        846

Summary:
        Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 K5 vehicles equipped with 2.5L T-GDI engines. The Rack-Mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (R-MDPS) system lacks the ability to diagnose communication faults. If a communication fault occurs while driving around a curve with Lane Following Assist (LFA) engaged, the steering assist level may not adjust properly, causing a sudden increase in the steering effort required.

Consequence:
        A sudden increase in steering effort can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy:
        Dealers will update the R-MDPS software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are were mailed June 24, 2021. Owner may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC213.

Manufacturer Recall Number:
        SC213