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Vehicle Parts & Equipment/Engines & Powertrains

2025 Kia K4 and Sorento Recalled for Engine Bolt Defect

Agency Publication Date: August 25, 2025
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Summary

Kia America, Inc. is recalling 30 units of its 2025 K4 and Sorento vehicles because the connecting rod bolts in the engine may have been improperly tightened. This defect can cause the engine to fail, resulting in a sudden loss of drive power while the vehicle is in motion. Kia dealers will replace the sub engine assembly in affected vehicles free of charge.

Risk

A sudden loss of drive power can leave a driver unable to accelerate or maintain speed, significantly increasing the risk of a crash. The loose bolts can cause internal engine damage that leads to total engine failure.

What You Should Do

  1. This recall affects 30 units of the 2025 Kia K4 and Sorento vehicles with potentially loose engine connecting rod bolts.
  2. Contact an authorized Kia dealer to schedule a free appointment to have the sub engine assembly replaced.
  3. Owners can contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542 and reference recall number SC349 for more information.
  4. Call the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov for additional details.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ”„Free Replacement

Free replacement of the sub engine assembly.

How to: 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.

Affected Products

Product: 2025 Kia K4

Recall SC349; 30 units affected across K4 and Sorento models.

Product: 2025 Kia Sorento

Recall SC349; 30 units affected across K4 and Sorento models.

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Recall ID: 25V548000
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.
Sold By: Authorized Kia Dealers
Units Affected: 30 vehicles(100% estimated defective)
Park Vehicle: No
Park Outside: No
OTA Update: No
Product Type: Vehicle (V)
Recall Classification: Safety Defect
Owner Notification Date: September 12, 2025
Distributed To: Nationwide
Manufacturer Recall #: SC349
Agency Last Updated: September 23, 2025

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: NHTSA Notice ยท Raw API Response