Transport CanadaMedium Risk
2023 KIA K5Transport Canada Recall #2025398
The official notice
Defect
On certain vehicles, the exterior trims on the C-pillars may not be properly attached. As a result, the trim(s) could loosen and separate from the vehicle.
Safety Risk
Parts that detach from the vehicle could create a road hazard for others and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Kia will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the exterior C-pillar trims.
1,032 vehicles affectedMfr ref: RC217Updated June 10, 2026