2024 Kia K5 vs 2024 Tesla Model S
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 17, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2024 Kia K5 | 2024 Tesla Model S |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 30 | 38 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 44 | 52 |
| Investigations | 0 | 6 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 27–31 | 122 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Kia K5 | Tesla Model S |
|---|---|---|
| Lane Departure | 0 | 19 |
| Electrical System | 6 | 7 |
| Engine | 9 | 0 |
| Structure | 7 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 4 | 2 |
| Steering | 0 | 4 |
| Power Train | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 0 |
2024 Kia K5
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.