Component
TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE
Manufacturer
Kia America, Inc.
What Happened
Your vehicle has an incorrect spare tire that can affect the anti-lock braking and traction control systems.
Risk if Unfixed
If these systems don't work properly, it could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
The dealership will replace the spare wheel and tire assembly for free, so be sure to check your vehicle's VIN on NHTSA.gov and contact Kia customer service to schedule the fix.
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Original — What Happened
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."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Anti-lock braking or traction control systems that do not function properly can increase the risk of a crash.
Original — 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.
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