Kia K4 Recalls

The Kia K4 has been recalled 3 times across the 2025–2026 model years. The most recent recall, from March 6, 2026, covers the anchorage. Recall repairs are free at any authorized Kia dealer.

3recalls
0do not drive / park outside
2model years affected

What gets recalled

  • Seat belts
    133%
  • Electrical system
    133%
  • Engine & cooling
    133%

2026 Kia K4 recalls (1)

Seat belts › Rear/other › Anchorage

NHTSA recall 26V-135 · Mar 6, 2026 · 14,870 vehicles

Kia America, Inc (Kia) is recalling certain 2027 Kia Telluride and 2026 Kia K4 vehicles. The rear center seat belt anchor buckle in the 2026 K4 and the third-row center seat belt anchor buckle in the 2027 Telluride may not latch properly.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the anchor buckle assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 5, 2026. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542.

2025 Kia K4 recalls (2)

Electrical system › Instrument cluster/panel

NHTSA recall 26V-046 · Jan 26, 2026 · 42,677 vehicles

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 Kia K4, 2025-2026 Sorento, Sorento Hybrid, Sorento Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), 2026 Sportage, Sportage Hybrid, Sportage PHEV, K5, EV9, Carnival, and Carnival Hybrid vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail.

Remedy: The instrument panel display software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 26, 2026.

Engine and engine cooling › Critical fasteners

NHTSA recall 25V-548 · Aug 25, 2025 · 30 vehicles

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 K4 and Sorento vehicles. The connecting rod bolts in the engine may have been improperly tightened, which can cause a loss of drive power.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the sub engine assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 12, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542.

Frequently asked questions

How many recalls does the Kia K4 have?

NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the Kia K4 across 2 model years.

How do I know if my Kia K4 has an open recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN decoder & recall check or on nhtsa.gov/recalls. Dealers fix recalls for free, even if you are not the original owner.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.