Active Safety RecallKia SC214Kia SC356NHTSA 21V-519NHTSA 25V-794
Kia K5 Fuel System Recall Fuel System Recalls · 2021–2024
Kia has issued 2 fuel system safety recalls covering certain 2021–2024 K5 vehicles. 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. The fix is free. Here’s exactly who’s affected and what to do.
NHTSA 21V-519K5, Sorento · 2021–2022
NHTSA 25V-794K5 · 2021–2024
$0 · Free RepairParts and labor, any Kia dealer
Am I Affected?
Three quick checks — any one of them is reason to run your VIN above.
Check 1 · Model Year
You drive a 2021–2024 K5
Model years 2021–2024 are covered by these campaigns. Other K5 model years are not part of this recall — see the K5 recall hub.
Check 2 · Campaign Count
2 open NHTSA campaigns
This page covers NHTSA 21V-519, 25V-794 — every campaign Kia and NHTSA have filed for this fuel system issue on K5. Run the VIN checker above to see exactly which apply to your vehicle.
Check 3 · Advisory
Safe to drive
No Park Outside or Do Not Drive advisory is attached to these specific campaigns. Run your VIN above to confirm your vehicle’s exact status and schedule the free repair.
What Happened — and How It’s Fixed
NHTSA 21V-519 (Kia SC214)08/07/2021
Fuel System, Gasoline: Delivery: Hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
What happened: 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.
The risk: A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
The free fix: Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC214.
NHTSA 25V-794 (Kia SC356)17/11/2025
Fuel System, Gasoline
What happened: Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2024 K5 vehicles. A damaged check valve can allow air to enter the fuel tank, causing it to expand and contact hot exhaust components, melting the tank.
The risk: A melted fuel tank can leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
The free fix: Dealers will replace the check valve. The fuel tank will be inspected for damage and replaced as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 16, 2026. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC356. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 1, 2025.
What To Do — Four Simple Steps
Run your VIN
Use the checker above (or nhtsa.gov/recalls) to confirm which of NHTSA 21V-519, 25V-794 apply to your exact vehicle.
Schedule the free repair
Book online or call . Mention SC214, SC356 — we’ll confirm parts before your visit.
One-visit fix
Recall repairs are typically completed same-day once parts are confirmed. Pair it with maintenance if you like — recall labor is free either way.
Keep the paperwork
We provide written proof of completion — useful at resale, since buyers check NHTSA for open recalls.
Fuel System Recall FAQs
Is it safe to drive my K5 before the fuel system recall repair?⌄
These campaigns (21V-519, 25V-794) carry no Do Not Drive or Park Outside advisory. Still, schedule the free repair promptly — run your VIN above to confirm your vehicle’s exact status.
Which vehicles are affected?⌄
Certain 2021–2024 Kia K5 vehicles, depending on the specific campaign (NHTSA 21V-519, 25V-794). Run your VIN above to confirm your exact vehicle.
What does the repair cost?⌄
Nothing. By federal law, safety recall repairs are free — parts and labor — at any authorized Kia dealer, for the life of the vehicle, regardless of where it was purchased or how many owners it’s had.
I’m buying a used K5. Should I worry about these recalls?⌄
No — just verify. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls: if NHTSA 21V-519, 25V-794 is open, any Kia dealer (including us) closes it free before or after your purchase. A completed recall has no effect on the vehicle’s safety or value.
Verified as of 2026-07-15 against NHTSA. Source: NHTSA 21V-519 · NHTSA 25V-794.