# Kia America, Inc.: Fuel Tank May Leak (25V794000)

**Recall Urgency Score:** 55/100

| 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. |

## Why this score
- Safety-critical component (fuel system).
- 250,547 units affected.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalls, via data.transportation.gov (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25V794000). Last refreshed: 2026-11-03T18:08:10.172Z.
Recall data comes from NHTSA and is summarized automatically; check the official notice and VIN lookup before acting. Informational only.