2025 Kia K5 — Exterior lighting: lighting control module: software
Published May 28, 2025 · Recall initiated: May 27, 2025
Summary
NHTSA records recall 25V351000, published May 28, 2025 and initiated May 27, 2025. Recalling firm: Kia America, Inc.; 2025 Kia K5 — Exterior lighting: lighting control module: software.
What's the hazard
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 K5 vehicles. A software error in the Power-net Domain Controller (PDC) may cause the parking lights to flicker. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.
What to do
The PDC software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 24, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC341.
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Recall details
- Brand
- KIA
- Model
- K5
- Manufacturer
- Kia America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2025 KIA K5
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2025 Kia K5 — Exterior lighting: lighting control module: software recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 25V351000 on May 28, 2025. Reported hazard: Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 K5 vehicles. A software error in the Power-net Domain Controller (PDC) may cause the parking lights to flicker. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.
What should I do if I have this product?
The PDC software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 24, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC341.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: KIA. Model: K5.