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3 Recalls for 2021 KIA K5
| Recall Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 2021-06-14 | LANE DEPARTURE: LANE KEEP: STEERING ASSIST | STEERING | 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. 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. |
| 2021-07-08 | 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 pipe connection between the high-pressure fuel pump and fuel rail. Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 21, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia’s number for this recall is SC214. |
| 2021-03-11 | AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE | AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER | Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021 Telluride, K5, and Forte vehicles. The Occupant Classification and Detection System (OCS/ODS) unit may not detect the presence of a child restraint system in the front passenger seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, “Occupant Crash Protection.” Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the OCS/ODS unit, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia’s number for this recall is SC207. |
1 Complaints sent to the Center for Auto Safety for 2021 KIA K5
| Date | Component | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-02-23 | other |
9 Complaints submitted to NHTSA for 2021 KIA K5
| Date | Component | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-03-29 |
ENGINE | STRUCTURE:BODY | UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11405416 | |||
| 2021-03-20 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11404009 | |||
| 2021-03-05 |
AIR BAGS | SEATS
ODI Number: 11399278 | |||
| 2021-02-02 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11394262 | |||
| 2021-01-25 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ODI Number: 11389777 | |||
| 2021-01-21 |
STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 11389188 | |||
| 2020-12-28 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 11385251 | |||
| 2020-11-11 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 11374198 | |||
| 2020-11-15 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ODI Number: 11374783 |
0 Investigations for 2021 KIA K5
| Date Opened | Date Closed | Component |
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80 Service Alerts for 2021 KIA K5
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 2022-01-24 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
PITSTOP: BATTERY DEALER (SHIPPING)/CUSTOMER MODE SWITCH – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This Pitstop provides informa Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-04-26 | 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN:1.6L T-GDI WITH MIL ON DTC P00B7 ECM LOGIC IMPROVEMENT & A/C TORQUE DEMAND – This bulletin provides the procedure to update the software logic of the Engine Control Module (ECM) system on some 2021-2022MY K5 (DL3a Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-04-26 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN:1.6L T-GDI WITH MIL ON DTC P00B7 ECM LOGIC IMPROVEMENT & A/C TORQUE DEMAND – This bulletin provides the procedure to update the software logic of the Engine Control Module (ECM) system on some 2021-2022MY K5 (DL3a Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-04-26 | 061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN:1.6L T-GDI WITH MIL ON DTC P00B7 ECM LOGIC IMPROVEMENT & A/C TORQUE DEMAND – This bulletin provides the procedure to update the software logic of the Engine Control Module (ECM) system on some 2021-2022MY K5 (DL3a Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-01-24 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PITSTOP: BATTERY DEALER (SHIPPING)/CUSTOMER MODE SWITCH – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This Pitstop provides informa Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-01-19 | 100000 POWER TRAIN
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: 8 SPEED WET DUAL CLUTCH TRANSMISSION (WDCT) JUDDER EVALUATION – This bulletin provides information to inspect for judder in the 8-speed Wet Dual Clutch Transmission (WDCT) and possibly replace the Dual Clutch Ass Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-01-19 | 101000 POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: 8 SPEED WET DUAL CLUTCH TRANSMISSION (WDCT) JUDDER EVALUATION – This bulletin provides information to inspect for judder in the 8-speed Wet Dual Clutch Transmission (WDCT) and possibly replace the Dual Clutch Ass Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-01-19 | 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: 8 SPEED WET DUAL CLUTCH TRANSMISSION (WDCT) JUDDER EVALUATION – This bulletin provides information to inspect for judder in the 8-speed Wet Dual Clutch Transmission (WDCT) and possibly replace the Dual Clutch Ass Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-12-21 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA/KAPPA ENGINES – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-12-21 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA/KAPPA ENGINES – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-12-21 | 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA/KAPPA ENGINES – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Th Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-12-22 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
PITSTOP: POTENTIAL LOW OIL PRESSURE DUE TO FILTER DRAIN PLUG THAT WAS LEFT IN FILTER – Attention Dealership Service Managers, Service and Lube Techs, pay particular attention to this information. This Pitstop provides information regarding Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-01-08 | 160000 STRUCTURE
PITSTOP: FUEL DOOR STUCK CLOSED – ACTUATOR REMOVAL – This Pitstop provides information to show an alternative way to access and remove the fuel door actuator on 2021MY K5 (DL3a) vehicles, to help minimize breaking of the fuel door lid when Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-10-06 | 010000 STEERING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: REPLACEMENT OF MOBIS C-MDPS SMALL BEARING – This bulletin provides the procedure to replace the small bearing of the Column Motor Driven Power Steering (C-MDPS) unit on the vehicles listed below, which may exhibi Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-10-01 | 120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
PITSTOP: APPEARANCE OF WATER LEAK AND/OR CONDENSATION IN REAR CENTER COMBINATION LAMP – This Pitstop provides clarification on what appears to be a water leak and/or condensation in the rear center combination lamp assembly on some 2021MY~ Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-10-01 | 160000 STRUCTURE
PITSTOP: APPEARANCE OF WATER LEAK AND/OR CONDENSATION IN REAR CENTER COMBINATION LAMP – This Pitstop provides clarification on what appears to be a water leak and/or condensation in the rear center combination lamp assembly on some 2021MY~ Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-02-24 | 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: A/C DISCHARGE HOSE AND SUNVISOR CLIP CONFIRMATION (SA441) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-09-13 | 120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFORMATION FOR HEADLAMP CONDENSATION AND MOISTURE – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This b Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-09-13 | 160000 STRUCTURE
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFORMATION FOR HEADLAMP CONDENSATION AND MOISTURE – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This b Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-08-03 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PITSTOP: FRONT RADAR SENSOR MOUNTING INSPECTION (PS704) – This pitstop provides information regarding front radar sensor alignment on 2014MY and later vehicles that may exhibit a warning light ON related to radar sensor alignment errors in Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-08-03 | 260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
PITSTOP: FRONT RADAR SENSOR MOUNTING INSPECTION (PS704) – This pitstop provides information regarding front radar sensor alignment on 2014MY and later vehicles that may exhibit a warning light ON related to radar sensor alignment errors in Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-08-13 | 010000 STEERING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF THE DUAL PINION MOTOR DRIVER POWER STEERING SYSTEM – This bulletin provides information regarding the availability of partial repair (depending on faulty components) of the Dual Pinion Motor Dri Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-08-13 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF THE DUAL PINION MOTOR DRIVER POWER STEERING SYSTEM – This bulletin provides information regarding the availability of partial repair (depending on faulty components) of the Dual Pinion Motor Dri Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-08-13 | 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF THE DUAL PINION MOTOR DRIVER POWER STEERING SYSTEM – This bulletin provides information regarding the availability of partial repair (depending on faulty components) of the Dual Pinion Motor Dri Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-06-24 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PITSTOP: BLUETOOTH MEMORY AND VOICE RECOGNITION CONCERN WITH AVN 5.0/W – This Pitstop provides information for resolving a memory concern with the AVN 5.0 Wide head unit while downloading the contact list from a paired phone. The concern al Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-06-09 | 160000 STRUCTURE
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: PANORAMA SUNROOF INSPECTION AND REPAIR (SA481) – This bulletin provides the procedure to inspect and if necessary, repair a left front bolt of the Panorama Sunroof tracking system on some 2021MY K Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-06-09 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PIT STOP: LOG FILE COLLECTION FOR AVN 5.0/W AND DISPLAY AUDIO 2.0 – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This Pitstop contai Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-06-03 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: HEADLAMP SOFT CONNECTION INSPECTION – This bulletin provides information to inspect and ensure proper internal connections of the headlamp on some 2021MY K5 (DL3a) vehicles produced from March 27, 2020 through Ap Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-06-03 | 120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: HEADLAMP SOFT CONNECTION INSPECTION – This bulletin provides information to inspect and ensure proper internal connections of the headlamp on some 2021MY K5 (DL3a) vehicles produced from March 27, 2020 through Ap Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-06-04 | 160000 STRUCTURE
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: COMBINATION TSB / SERVICE ACTION: CONSOLE SQUEAK NOISE INSPECTION AND REPAIR (SA436) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a bl Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-04-09 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: DISPLAY AUDIO 2.0 VALUE SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR WIRELESS CARPLAY IMPROVEMENT – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in t Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-04-08 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE REMINDER SETTING RESET PROCEDURE – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin pr Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-03-23 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PITSTOP: BATTERY DEALER / CUSTOMER MODE SWITCH – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This Pitstop provides information rega Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-03-23 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: COMBINATION TSB / SERVICE ACTION: CONSOLE SQUEAK NOISE INSPECTION AND REPAIR (SA436) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a bl Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-03-11 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE REMINDER SETTING RESET PROCEDURE – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin p Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-03-12 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PITSTOP: LOG FILE COLLECTION FOR AVN 5.0/W & DISPLAY AUDIO 2.0 – This Pitstop contains information regarding the log file collection procedure for 2020MY~ models equipped with AVN 5.0/W or Display Audio 2.0 head units. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-02-03 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: DATA COLLECTION: EXTRACT CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS DATA FROM ECU (DC21) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the mar Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-02-04 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: COMBINATION TSB / SERVICE ACTION: DISPLAY AUDIO 2.0 SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR WIRELESS CARPLAY ISSUE (SA460) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-02-24 | 130000 VISIBILITY
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: A/C DISCHARGE HOSE AND SUNVISOR CLIP CONFIRMATION (SA441) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-11-20 | 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
PITSTOP: VEHICLE AUTO-SHUT OFF SYSTEM – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Some 2021MY Seltos (SP2), K5 (DL3A) and Soren Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-10-14 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TSB – DATA COLLECTION: EXTRACT CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS DATA FROM ECU (DC21) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulleti Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-01-13 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: DISPLAY AUDIO 2.0 SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR WIRELESS CARPLAY ISSUE (SA460) – This bulletin provides the procedure to update the head unit software on some 2021MY K5 (DL3a), Sorento (MQ4a), and Sorento Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-01-08 | 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
PITSTOP: FUEL DOOR STUCK CLOSED – ACTUATOR REMOVAL – This Pitstop provides information to show an alternative way to access and remove the fuel door actuator on 2021MY K5 (DL3a) vehicles, to help minimize breaking of the fuel door lid when Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-11-20 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
PITSTOP: VEHICLE AUTO-SHUT OFF SYSTEM – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Some 2021MY Seltos (SP2), K5 (DL3A) and Soren Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-09-03 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN – SERVICE ACTION: HOOD RELEASE CABLE, INTERCOOLER CLAMP AND WINDSHIELD SIDE MOLDING (SA431) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-09-03 | 130000 VISIBILITY
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN – SERVICE ACTION: HOOD RELEASE CABLE, INTERCOOLER CLAMP AND WINDSHIELD SIDE MOLDING (SA431) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-09-03 | 170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN – SERVICE ACTION: HOOD RELEASE CABLE, INTERCOOLER CLAMP AND WINDSHIELD SIDE MOLDING (SA431) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-09-24 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE REMINDER SETTING RESET PROCEDURE – This bulletin provides the procedure to turn OFF the service reminder lamp, at the first service interval reminder alert that will display on the instrument cluster. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-09-02 | 220000 SEATS
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: FRONT PASSENGER VENTILATED SEAT HARNESS INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT (SA434) – This bulletin provides information regarding the front passenger seat harness on some 2021MY K5 (DL3a) vehicles produc Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-09-02 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: FRONT PASSENGER VENTILATED SEAT HARNESS INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT (SA434) – This bulletin provides information regarding the front passenger seat harness on some 2021MY K5 (DL3a) vehicles produc Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-09-15 | 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: CONSOLE SQUEAK NOISE INSPECTION AND REPAIR (SA436) – This bulletin provides information regarding a potential squeak noise between the Heating Ventilation Air Condition (HVAC) controller and the f Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-08-25 | 034510 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
PITSTOP – BRAKE CALIPER LEAK INSPECTION – This PITSTOP provides information related to a brake caliper fluid/oil substance found on some Kia vehicles, due to possible excess assembly oil applied during assembly. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-08-25 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
PITSTOP – BRAKE CALIPER LEAK INSPECTION – This PITSTOP provides information related to a brake caliper fluid/oil substance found on some Kia vehicles, due to possible excess assembly oil applied during assembly. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-07-27 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: MAINTENANCE REMINDER FEATURE – This bulletin provides information on setting the “Service Interval Reminder” feature available on most Kia vehicles. If the service interval reminder is set, the customer will be i Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-07-23 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PITSTOP: REAR OCCUPANT ALERT (ROA) W/ REAR DOOR LOGIC – This Pitstop provides information regarding the Rear Occupant Alert (ROA) with Rear Door Logic system on 2021MY K5 (DL3a) and Seltos (SP2) models. This system is designed to help preve Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-07-23 | 220000 SEATS
PITSTOP: REAR OCCUPANT ALERT (ROA) W/ REAR DOOR LOGIC – This Pitstop provides information regarding the Rear Occupant Alert (ROA) with Rear Door Logic system on 2021MY K5 (DL3a) and Seltos (SP2) models. This system is designed to help preve Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-07-02 | 200000 WHEELS
PITSTOP: K5 ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS – This Pitstop provides information regarding alignment specifications for 2021MY~ K5 (DL3A) vehicles. In the event a wheel alignment is needed, ensure your alignment equipment has the correct specificat Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-07-02 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PITSTOP: WIRELESS APPLE CARPLAY – The new 2021 Kia K5 (DL3A) will have wireless Apple CarPlay capability. This feature will be available on the UVO Link Audio Unit (Display Audio 2.0 Value) and will not be available on the UVO Link with Nav Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-07-06 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PITSTOP: WIRELESS ANDROID AUTO – The new 2021 Kia K5 (DL3A) will have wireless Android capability. This feature will be available on the UVO Link Audio Unit (Display Audio 2.0 Value) and will not be available on the UVO Link with Navigation Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-07-02 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PITSTOP: VEHICLE AUTO-SHUT OFF SYSTEM – Some 2021MY Seltos (SP2) and K5 (DL3A) models are equipped with a new Auto-Shut Off feature, which automatically shuts off the engine after a set time period. This feature will help reduce fuel consum Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-10-20 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PITSTOP: DOOR SPEAKER DIAGNOSTIC GUIDE – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This Pitstop provides diagnostic information t Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-10-20 | 162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
PITSTOP: DOOR SPEAKER DIAGNOSTIC GUIDE – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This Pitstop provides diagnostic information t Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-10-20 | 357500 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:TV/RADIO/SPEAKERS
PITSTOP: DOOR SPEAKER DIAGNOSTIC GUIDE – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This Pitstop provides diagnostic information t Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-10-06 | 130000 VISIBILITY
PITSTOP: CORRECT PROCEDURE FOR RAISING WINDSHIELD WIPERS – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. When servicing windshield wi Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-10-06 | 136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
PITSTOP: CORRECT PROCEDURE FOR RAISING WINDSHIELD WIPERS – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. When servicing windshield wi Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-08-12 | 131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN SERVICE ACTION: HOOD RELEASE CABLE, INTERCOOLER CLAMP AND WINDSHIELD SIDE MOLDING (SA431) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-08-12 | 162810 STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN SERVICE ACTION: HOOD RELEASE CABLE, INTERCOOLER CLAMP AND WINDSHIELD SIDE MOLDING (SA431) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-08-12 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN SERVICE ACTION: HOOD RELEASE CABLE, INTERCOOLER CLAMP AND WINDSHIELD SIDE MOLDING (SA431) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-08-12 | 138700 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:ENGINE COOLANT HOSES AND FITTINGS
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN SERVICE ACTION: HOOD RELEASE CABLE, INTERCOOLER CLAMP AND WINDSHIELD SIDE MOLDING (SA431) – This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-08-03 | 131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN SERVICE ACTION: HOOD RELEASE CABLE, INTERCOOLER CLAMP AND WINDSHIELD SIDE MOLDING (SA431) – This bulletin provides the procedure to inspect and, if necessary, repair the three (3) items listed in the table below Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-08-03 | 162810 STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN SERVICE ACTION: HOOD RELEASE CABLE, INTERCOOLER CLAMP AND WINDSHIELD SIDE MOLDING (SA431) – This bulletin provides the procedure to inspect and, if necessary, repair the three (3) items listed in the table below Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-08-03 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN SERVICE ACTION: HOOD RELEASE CABLE, INTERCOOLER CLAMP AND WINDSHIELD SIDE MOLDING (SA431) – This bulletin provides the procedure to inspect and, if necessary, repair the three (3) items listed in the table below Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-08-03 | 138700 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:ENGINE COOLANT HOSES AND FITTINGS
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN SERVICE ACTION: HOOD RELEASE CABLE, INTERCOOLER CLAMP AND WINDSHIELD SIDE MOLDING (SA431) – This bulletin provides the procedure to inspect and, if necessary, repair the three (3) items listed in the table below Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-08-18 | 072200 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN SERVICE ACTION: LOW PRESSURE FUEL LINE ROUTING INSPECTION AND/OR ADJUSTMENT (SA432) – This bulletin provides information to inspect and if necessary, adjust the low pressure fuel line routing on some 2021MY K5 (D Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-08-18 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN SERVICE ACTION: LOW PRESSURE FUEL LINE ROUTING INSPECTION AND/OR ADJUSTMENT (SA432) – This bulletin provides information to inspect and if necessary, adjust the low pressure fuel line routing on some 2021MY K5 (D Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-08-19 | 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN SERVICE ACTION: AVN 5-WIDE NAVIGATION MAP PACKAGE SOFTWARE UPDATE (SA433) – This bulletin provides information to inspect and if necessary update the navigation software on some 2021 K5 (DL3a) vehicles produced fr Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-08-19 | 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN SERVICE ACTION: AVN 5-WIDE NAVIGATION MAP PACKAGE SOFTWARE UPDATE (SA433) – This bulletin provides information to inspect and if necessary update the navigation software on some 2021 K5 (DL3a) vehicles produced fr Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-10-02 | 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: A/C DISCHARGE HOSE AND SUNVISOR CLIP CONFIRMATION (SA441) – This bulletin provides the procedure to inspect and adjust the clearance between the A/C discharge hose and the A/C compressor pulley, i Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-10-19 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: MULTIFUNCTION CAMERA (MFC) REPLACEMENT (SA442) – This bulletin provides the procedure to replace the multifunction camera (MFC) on some 2021MY K5 (DL3a) vehicles produced between September 1, 2020 Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-10-19 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: MULTIFUNCTION CAMERA (MFC) REPLACEMENT (SA442) – This bulletin provides the procedure to replace the multifunction camera (MFC) on some 2021MY K5 (DL3a) vehicles produced between September 1, 2020 Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |