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Kia PV5 recalled over a safety defect

Vehicle defect

Due to changes in production some areas have uneven material and strength to improve the bonnets outer appearance. As a result if the vehicle impacts a pedestrian the risk of injury may be higher.

Check your product

Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.

1 identifier listed for this notice.

  • PV5

    Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
    • 08/09/2025 – 02/02/2026
    Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
    • 261105 261106 261107

What to do now

A safety defect has been found on some Kia PV5.

  1. Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer.
  2. Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.
  3. Keep the manufacturer’s recall letter if you receive one, and update your address on the V5C so future letters reach you.

Why it matters. Manufacturers must report safety defects to the DVSA and contact registered keepers of affected vehicles.

Repairs and costs

Safety recall work is carried out by franchised dealers free of charge, whether or not you are the first owner and whether or not the vehicle is still under warranty.

If a dealer will not carry out the recall work, contact the manufacturer’s customer services and, if that does not resolve it, the DVSA.

From the official notice

Published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (R/2026/253). Quoted as issued.

Summary

Due to changes in production some areas have uneven material and strength to improve the bonnets outer appearance. As a result if the vehicle impacts a pedestrian the risk of injury may be higher.

Defect

Due to changes in production some areas have uneven material and strength to improve the bonnets outer appearance. As a result if the vehicle impacts a pedestrian the risk of injury may be higher.

Remedy

Check the LOT number of the bonnet replace if in the affected range.

Models

PV5

Open the DVSA notice

Questions

Why are Kia PV5 being recalled?

A safety defect has been found on some Kia PV5. Manufacturers must report safety defects to the DVSA and contact registered keepers of affected vehicles.

How do I know if my vehicle is affected?

Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker or ask a franchised dealer, who can check your VIN against the manufacturer’s campaign. The VIN ranges and build dates published by the DVSA are listed on this page.

What should I do now?

Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer. Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.

Will the repair cost anything?

Safety recall work is carried out by franchised dealers free of charge, whether or not you are the first owner and whether or not the vehicle is still under warranty. If a dealer will not carry out the recall work, contact the manufacturer’s customer services and, if that does not resolve it, the DVSA.

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