Kia Instrument Panel Software Recall
2026 KIA CARNIVAL, 2026 KIA K5, 2026 KIA SORENTO and more: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Updated January 27, 2026
A software error may cause the instrument panel display to fail in certain 2025 to 2026 Kia vehicles, blocking critical safety information like the speedometer, tire pressure, and warning lights. This increases the risk of a crash. Kia will fix it with a free software update.
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 to 2026 Kia Sorento, Sorento Hybrid, Sorento Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV); 2026 Kia Sportage, Sportage Hybrid, Sportage PHEV, K5, EV9, Carnival, and Carnival Hybrid.
Am I affected
You're affected if you own a 2025 Kia K4 or a 2025 to 2026 Sorento, Sorento Hybrid, Sorento PHEV, or any of these 2026 models: Sportage, Sportage Hybrid, Sportage PHEV, K5, EV9, Carnival, or Carnival Hybrid. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov starting February 9, 2026, or contact Kia Customer Service for confirmation.
What to do right now
Wait for your owner notification letter (mailing March 26, 2026). Kia will update your instrument panel software for free, either over-the-air or at a dealer. If you want to confirm your vehicle is involved or check status, call Kia Customer Service at 1-800-333-4542 (reference recall SC361) or visit NHTSA.gov to search your VIN.
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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