2025 Kia K4
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2025 | 45 |
| 2026 | 8 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
29% of complaints: electrical system — 13 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
The primary Dashboard of the vehicle stopped working (while driving the car) and i lost access to all important information such as speed, RPM, current cruise setting, milage, visual alerts for any driver assistance warnings.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260718
I'm not sure what's going on. It's telling me to start stop the car when it's running and then it will turn off and go into accessory mode even when I'm driving that's dangerous.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260716
Also filed under UNKNOWN OR OTHER
20% of complaints: lane departure — 9 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing assist and warning.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I am submitting this complaint regarding a suspected safety defect involving a 2025 Kia K4. On XXX, the vehicle was involved in a single-vehicle crash in the Town of [XXX].
NHTSA ODI report, 20260729
Also filed under STEERING
The contact owned a 2025 Kia K4. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was pulling to the left unintendedly. The contact stated that upon disengaging the Lane Keep Assist, the failure recurred while driving.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250303
Also filed under FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
18% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 8 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing warnings and automatic emergency braking.
CRASH INJURY16% of complaints: power train — 7 distinct reports on file.
16% of complaints: engine — 7 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 K4 and Sorento vehicles. The connecting rod bolts in the engine may have been improperly tightened, which can cause a loss of drive power.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 25V548000 — check if this car was fixed
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 Kia K4, 2025-2026 Sorento, Sorento Hybrid, Sorento Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), 2026 Sportage, Sportage Hybrid, Sportage PHEV, K5, EV9, Carnival, and Carnival Hybrid vehicles.
Remedy: The instrument panel display software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 26, 2026. Owners may contact Kia Customer Service at 1-800-333-4542.
Campaign 26V046000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2025 Kia K4 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (13 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for lane departure issues (9 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 25V548000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 26V046000 (electrical system) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2025 Kia K4 reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Kia K4?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2025 Kia K4 have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.