Recall 25V-006: 2024–2025 Kia Sorento, 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid and 1 more

Kia America, Inc. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Jan 13, 2025, covering about 74,469 vehicles.

NHTSA number
25V-006
Report date
Jan 13, 2025
Vehicles affected
74,469
Owners notified
Feb 21, 2025

The problem

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Sorento, 2025 Sorento Hybrid, and 2025 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. A software error in the Body Domain Control Unit (BDC) may cause a loss of low beam headlights and taillights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

The risk

A loss of headlights and taillights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will update the BDC software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 21, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC331.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerKia America, Inc.
ComponentElectrical System › Body Control Module › Software
Exterior Lighting › Tail Lights
Exterior Lighting › Headlights
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number25V006000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Kia Sorento2024, 2025All years
Kia Sorento Hybrid2025All years
Kia Sorento Phev2025All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 25V-006?

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Sorento, 2025 Sorento Hybrid, and 2025 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. A software error in the Body Domain Control Unit (BDC) may cause a loss of low beam headlights and taillights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

How is recall 25V-006 fixed?

Dealers will update the BDC software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 21, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC331.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.