2025-2026 Kia Models Instrument Panel Recall
2026 KIA CARNIVAL, 2026 KIA K5, 2026 KIA SORENTO and more: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Updated January 27, 2026
Kia is recalling certain 2025 and 2026 models because a software error can cause the instrument panel display to fail, hiding critical safety information like your speed, tire pressure, and warning lights. This increases the risk of a crash.
Is the Kia America, Inc. recalled? Yes. This product was recalled by NHTSA on January 27, 2026. Details below.
What is recalled
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. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov starting February 9, 2026, to confirm inclusion.
Am I affected
You're affected if you own a 2025 Kia K4, 2025 or 2026 Sorento (any powertrain), 2026 Sportage (any powertrain), K5, EV9, Carnival, or Carnival Hybrid. Verify your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) using the searchable list on NHTSA.gov starting February 9, 2026.
What to do right now
Contact Kia Customer Service at 1-800-333-4542 or wait for your owner notification letter, expected March 26, 2026. Kia will update your instrument panel display software for free over-the-air or at a dealer. Reference recall number SC361.
Contact: Kia America, Inc.
The hazard
An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer, tire pressure, or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
Brands affected
- Source
- NHTSA
- Category
- Vehicles
- Recall ID
- nhtsa-26V046000
- Recalled
- January 27, 2026
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