United StatesKia is recalling certain 2025 Telluride and 2026 Sorento vehicles equipped with an incorrect spare wheel and tire assembly; 45 potentially affected vehicles have VINs that will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 13, 2025. The incorrect spare can impair the anti-lock braking and traction control systems, failing to meet FMVSS 110 and increasing crash risk; dealers will replace the spare free of charge, owner letters were mailed December 3, 2025, and owners can call Kia at 1-800-333-4542 (recall SC355).
What's being recalled
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."
How to identify it
NHTSA campaign 25V745000; Manufacturer campaign SC355
The hazard
Anti-lock braking or traction control systems that do not function properly can increase the risk of a crash.
What to do
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.
The official notice
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