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NHTSA Recall 25V745000: Temporary/emergency spare tire (tires)

Kia America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 45 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Kia Sorento.

45
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2025
owners notified (December 3)
NHTSA campaign25V745000
Manufacturer campaignSC355
ComponentTIRES › TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE
Report receivedOctober 30, 2025
Owner notificationDecember 3, 2025
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 Telluride and 2026 Sorento vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with an incorrect spare tire which, when installed, can impair the anti-lock braking system (ABS) and the traction control system (TCS). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Safety risk

Anti-lock braking or traction control systems that do not function properly can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the spare wheel and tire assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 3, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC355. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 13, 2025.

Vehicles covered by recall 25V745000

Make and modelModel years
Kia Sorento2026
Kia Telluride2025

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.