2025 KIA K5 Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2025 Kia K5. This model year has 40 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Tire Issues.
Model-Year Complaints
40 owner reports
Recall Campaigns
2 NHTSA campaigns
Top Failure Area
Tire Issues
Worst 2025 Kia K5 Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Tire Issues
Electrical Faults
Headlight/Taillight Failures
AI Interpretation — 2025 Kia K5
Low ConfidenceComplaints for the 2025 Kia K5 are concentrated in tire issues, electrical faults, and headlight/taillight failures. Crash-related complaints are present but limited. The data is based on a single model year with low confidence.
- Tire issues account for the highest number of complaints among reported components.
- Electrical faults are the second most reported issue.
- Headlight/taillight failures are a recurring theme.
- Crash-related complaints are present but not dominant.
- Tire Issues
- Electrical Faults
- Headlight/Taillight Failures
- Inspect tires for wear or damage before purchase.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for electrical and lighting systems.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle, focusing on reported components.
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2025 Kia K5. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tire Issues | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 4 | 2 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 4 | 2 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 3 | 2 | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Search Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2025 Kia K5. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
While driving the entire car goes black kind of like you just turned it off. It has only happened at night time. The dash screen completely turns off and the headlights will go off. When it comes back on the dash has several lights on it such as the seatbelt is unbuckled (when I’…
While driving on the interstate at 70 miles an hour on cruise, I turned off cruise control in order to take control of my vehicle in order to change lanes and my car immediately took back the control and accelerated and then abruptly hit brakes at 70 miles an hour throwing me for…
On 1/12/26 I brought my 2025 Kia K5 to Dyer Kia in Lake Wales, Florida, for a blow out on my right front tire. The tire had 700 miles on it. I have only had the car since October 2025. Car was new. Tire is a Perelli and tire size is 235/45/18. When I got there the service techn…
On March 14, 2026 I discovered that my rear passenger tire had a large bubble. Pirelli P Zero All season 235/45/18. I contacted Dyer Kia about replacement and they told me that they could not get me in until Monday, this was Saturday. I was due to be somewhere on Sunday and told …
I brought my car into Dyer Kia on March 16, 2025 to replace my rear passenger side tire that had a bubble in it.They finally agreed to replace the tire and after being there for 4 1/2 hours they sent me on my way and I was within 5 miles of home and I did hit a small hole in the …
Shortly after a routine oil change performed at a Kia dealership, I discovered a significant oil leak underneath the vehicle the following day. Within a short period of time, the vehicle began experiencing engine-related issues including a cylinder misfire, noticeable shaking whi…
While driving, the entire control panel shuts down including all interior and exterior lights. It completely resets everything including Bluetooth. It has happened 5 or 6 times since I got the car in October 2024. I’ve reported this to Stones Kia in Idaho Falls, and they were una…
The stock OE Pirelli PZero 235/45 R18 tire had a sidewall bubble identified after 7200 miles. The tire was originally the front passenger tire, moved to the rear passenger after tire rotation.
The car material itself is very cheap meaning it poor quality, very flimsy, I hit a curb and the grill and cover just broke so easily even though it was now a serious hit but very small and slight to the point where you can’t feel it. Now it’s just hanging off and shaking badly b…
Within 1 month of purchasing this vehicle (new), the front passenger tire developed a bubble in the sidewall. We had to argue with the dealership to get it replaced. It had less than 200 miles on it. 7 months later there is a bubble in the sidewall of the front driver side tire. …
The contact owns a 2025 Kia K5. The contact stated that while driving at speeds over 55 MPH, the hood vibrated abnormally. The contact stated that while being overtaken by a box truck or semi-truck, the vibration of the hood was more pronounced. The driver's side of the hood had …
While driving in the dark this morning with my eight year old in the backseat, my headlights shut off, my entire dash including my speedometer, warning lights, radio, heat, heated seat and steering wheel, lost electricity.
While I was driving, the panoramic sunroof suddenly shattered without any impact. I did not hear or see any object hit the glass. It made a very loud noise similar to a gunshot, and then the glass fractured across the middle section, broke upward, and collapsed into small pieces.…
Component/System Involved: The vehicle experienced a brief electrical failure affecting multiple systems simultaneously: exterior headlights, infotainment system, and dashboard indicators (seatbelt warning). All components recovered automatically within approximately 0.5–1 second…
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KIA has hasd a recall since July of 2025 and the part to fix the back window trim. The part was supposed to be ready to ne installed by Oct of 2025. It is Nov 5 2025 and the part is still unavailable. KIA is in no hurry or rush to get this recalled.
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The contact owns a 2025 Kia K5. The contact stated that while his wife was driving 65 MPH, there was an abnormal banging sound coming from the top of the vehicle. The contact stated that the sunroof had exploded, and the glass had shattered. No warning lights were illuminated. Th…
The K5 - as soon as I began driving it at 0 miles, I noticed it shifted at lower speeds extremely hard. Head-jerking hard during the first drive of each day at speeds below 25mph. Once the vehicle warmed up, the problem would go away and wouldn't appear until the next day - after…
Tire size: P 235/45 R 18 While I was driving home from work my steering started feeling a little shaky. My commute is 6.5 miles. I thought it felt a little weird about 2-3 miles in and I called my boyfriend to meet me when I got home because I could tell something was off, but my…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2025 Kia K5.
Recalls for 2025 Kia K5
2 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2025 Kia K5. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2025 Kia K5 — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2025 Kia K5 reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2025 Kia K5 has 40 NHTSA owner complaints, 4 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Tire Issues (10 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Kia K5?▾
#1: Tire Issues (10 complaints). #2: Electrical Faults (9 complaints). #3: Headlight/Taillight Failures (5 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2025 Kia K5?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2025 Kia K5?▾
The 2025 Kia K5 has 4 crash-related complaints and 0 fire reports out of 40 total NHTSA complaints. 6 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2025 Kia K5 have any recalls?▾
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2025 Kia K5. The largest issue: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2025 Kia K5?▾
The 2025 Kia K5 has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Tire Issues issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
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