2025 Kia K4, 2025 Kia Sorento Recall: Connecting rod bolts in the engine may have been improperly tightened…
NHTSA campaign 25V548000 · Engine and Engine Cooling · filed Aug 25, 2025 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
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.
The risk
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
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 vehicles
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 25V548000 (manufacturer number SC349). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.