NHTSA Complaint #11672599 — 2022 KIA K5

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11672599
Vehicle	2022 KIA K5
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	March 1, 2025
Date Filed	July 10, 2025
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	TN

Consumer Description

Brake pump failure caused the exhaust camshaft to break on the engine rendering the car inoperable. Engine replacement will cost over 8000 quoted by dealership. Car has check engine lights on the dash. We were advised by the mechanic at the dealership, they have had problems with the k5s with this issue.

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