Kia America, Inc.: Fuel Tank May Leak (25V794000)
Kia America, Inc.: Fuel Tank May Leak (25V794000). Its units affected of 250,547 is top-decile (95th percentile of 871 records). Dated 352 days ago, it serves as a historical benchmark. Score 55/100. As of 2026-11-03, from U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalls, via data.transportation.gov.
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units affected: 250,547 · 95th percentile of 871 NhtsaRecallPulse records · 470.1x the median
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| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kia America, Inc. |
| Subject | Fuel Tank May Leak |
| NHTSA ID | 25V794000 |
| Manufacturer campaign | SC356 |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
| Units potentially affected | 250547 |
| Do not drive | No |
| Park outside | No |
| Defect | 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. |
| Consequence | A melted fuel tank can leak, increasing the risk of a fire. |
| Remedy | 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. |
| units affected percentile | 95th of 871 (median 533, 470.1x median) |
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- Source agency: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalls, via data.transportation.gov
- Record date: 2025-11-17
- Data refreshed: 2026-11-03
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Peer benchmark and outreach value: Kia America, Inc. and 782 Vehicle peers
- Vehicle NhtsaRecallPulse records like this one: 782
- Kia America, Inc.'s units affected: 95th percentile of 871 records
- Timing: Low: older than 30 days
- Estimated pipeline if you contact every Vehicle peer: $156,400 (peers × rate × deal size; an estimate from your assumptions, not a forecast)
55 / 100 Recall Urgency Score
- Safety-critical component (fuel system).
- 250,547 units affected.
What is the NhtsaRecallPulse record for Kia America, Inc.?
Kia America, Inc. recall 25V794000: Fuel Tank May Leak, 250,547 units.
How does Kia America, Inc. compare to other NhtsaRecallPulse records?
This is a top-decile record: its units affected of 250,547 is 470.1x the median of 533 across 871 records. It is 352 days old; check the official source for later updates before acting.
Kia America, Inc. vs. top 3 peers
| Organization | Location | Amount | Percentile | Record date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kia America, Inc. | Vehicle | 250,547 | 95th | 2025-11-17 |
| Ford Motor Company | Vehicle | 257,868 | 95th | 2026-06-09 |
| Ford Motor Company | Vehicle | 223,472 | 94th | 2026-09-09 |
| Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing | Vehicle | 105,794 | 92nd | 2026-10-14 |
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