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This 2025 Kia K5 has 40 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Tire Issues.
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2025 Kia K5 Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 4 2025 Kia K5 trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 4 trims analysed.
2025 Kia K5 Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2025 Kia K5 4 DR AWDOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
10.7% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
10.7% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2025 Kia K5 has 40 owner complaints, 4 crash-related complaints, and 2 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Tire Issues. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Kia
- Model
- K5
- Model year
- 2025
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 40
- Crash-related complaints
- 4
- Safety recall campaigns
- 2
- Top reported component
- Tire Issues
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 29
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 25 / 36
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- NHTSA overall safety rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA frontal crash rating
- 4/5 stars
- NHTSA side crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 4/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Common problems
Most common 2025 Kia K5 problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Tire Issues
Electrical Faults
Headlight/Taillight Failures
Complaint patterns center on Tire Issues, Electrical Faults, Headlight/Taillight Failures. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2025 Kia K5?
The 2025 Kia K5 shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2025 Kia K5
Inspection Focus
- 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.
Before You Close the Deal
- 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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AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Complaints 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
Full breakdown
All 2025 Kia K5 complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2025 Kia K5. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| 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.
In their words
Real 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…
k5 car seat belt locked 2025 gt line fix replacement of the assembly Retraction Issue deployed Stuck
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.
Safety recalls
2025 Kia K5 recalls
2 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2025 Kia K5. 2 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
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Questions
2025 Kia K5 buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2025 Kia K5 reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 40 owner complaints, 4 crash-related complaints, and 2 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2025 Kia K5 shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
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?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2025 Kia K5, NHTSA complaints include 4 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 40 total complaints. 6 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2025 Kia K5 have any recalls?▾
Yes. 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2025 Kia K5. A major recall area is EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE. 2 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2025 Kia K5?▾
The 2025 Kia K5 shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Tire Issues during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Kia K5 reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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