Quick Facts at a Glance
- Recall Date
- August 25, 2025
- Hazard Level
- HIGH
- Brand
- Kia
- Category
- Vehicles & Parts
- Sold At
- Multiple Retailers
- At-Risk Groups
- GENERAL
What to Do Now
Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.
Immediate steps
- 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
- 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
- 3Follow the official remedy from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
- 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.
Check these identifiers
- Brand
- Kia
- Product type
- Automobile
- Model numbers
- K4, Sorento
- Sold at
- Multiple Retailers
Recall Timeline
Key dates and source checks for this recall record.
Recall announced
August 25, 2025
Reported by NHTSA
August 25, 2025
RecallRadar source check
April 18, 2026
Consumer action
Use the official remedy and keep documentation.
Hazard Information
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
What You Should Do
Dealers will replace the sub engine assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 12, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC349.
About This Product
This recall covers 2025 Kia K4 and Sorento sport utility vehicles, targeting a drivetrain engine component.
Why This Is Dangerous
If the connecting rod bolts are not tightened properly, the engine could lose power while driving, creating a crash risk.
Industry Context
This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern in the provided data.
Real-World Impact
Owners will need to take their vehicles to a Kia dealer for a free repair. The process involves sub engine assembly replacement and may affect daily transportation until serviced.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
- 1. Confirm your vehicle is a 2025 Kia K4 or Sorento.
- 2. Check recall SC349 status on official pages (NHTSA 25V548000).
- 3. If affected, do not drive until inspected.
- 4. Schedule service at a Kia dealership.
Where to find product info
NHTSA recall page 25V548000 and Kia recall SC349 page; contact Kia at 800-333-4542.
What timeline to expect
Owner letters begin Sept 12, 2025. Dealer service will be performed at no charge; timeline varies by dealer.
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
- Escalate to NHTSA via recall complaint portal.
- Contact state consumer protection office if dealer delays service.
- Keep records of all communications and appointments.
How to prevent similar issues
- Check recall status before purchasing a used Kia or driving a new model off the lot.
- Keep VIN handy and monitor official recall resources for updates.
Documentation advice
Keep the recall notice, any correspondence from Kia, and service receipts. Document appointment dates and the nature of repairs.
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Product Details
Model year: 2025 Models: K4, Sorento Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: CRITICAL FASTENERS Recall number: SC349 Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc. Sold at: Kia dealerships Recall release date: 2025-08-25 Owner letters to be mailed: 2025-09-12 Estimated price at recall: Unknown
Reported Incidents
No injuries or incidents have been reported.
Key Facts
- SC349 recall ID
- Vehicles: 2025 Kia K4 and Sorento
- Letters to owners begin Sept 12, 2025
- Defect: Connecting rod bolts may be improperly tightened
- Remedy: Sub engine assembly replacement at no charge
- Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc. (KIA)
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