Kia is recalling certain 2025 K4 vehicles due to potential engine power loss that could increase crash risk. Owners will receive free repairs by September 12, 2025.
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Kia is recalling some 2025 K4 vehicles because engine bolts may be improperly tightened, causing reduced drive power that could lead to crashes. This affects vehicles purchased between specific dates and requires a free repair from a dealer.
Improperly tightened connecting rod bolts in the engine can cause a loss of drive power. This reduction in power may lead to a crash if the vehicle is not properly controlled during operation.
Owners of 2025 Kia K4 vehicles with improperly tightened connecting rod bolts are affected. Drivers of these vehicles face a higher risk of crashes due to reduced engine power.
Check for 2025 K4 vehicles with the recall number SC349. The issue was identified in vehicles where connecting rod bolts were tightened incorrectly during manufacturing.
Call 800-333-4542 to confirm your vehicle is affected and schedule a repair.
Dealers will replace the sub engine assembly at no cost to fix the issue.
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.
The connecting rod bolts in the engine may have been improperly tightened, which can cause a loss of drive power.
Check for 2025 K4 vehicles with the recall number SC349. The issue was identified in vehicles where connecting rod bolts were tightened incorrectly during manufacturing.
Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 12, 2025. Dealers will replace the sub engine assembly free of charge.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Kia to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 25V548000 — Kia Kia Hello, I own a Kia that is covered by recall 25V548000 from Kia. The official recall notice states: 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. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
