At the shop, Kia tire-related issues have a recognizable signature. 112 documented complaints across 20 year-model entries from 2005 to 2025 is consistent with what we see come in. 2010 Kia Forte tops the list, but the pattern repeats across years. Multiple generations are affected. 5 crash reports on file. Not a high count, but the failure mode has put owners in the position to file. Repair cost runs around $150 on average — relatively low for an aggregated category. Drive it across the conditions it will actually see — heat, cold, highway, stop-and-go. Pattern complaints surface under load, not in the dealer parking lot.
ProblemsByVin KIA / TIRES
20 model-year entries · 2005–2025
Kia tires problems
112 owner complaints filed with NHTSA against Kia vehicles for tires issues. See tires across all makes →
Complaints
112
Recalls
0
Year-models
20
Avg fix
$150
5crashes
1injury
Worst-affected Kia model-years for tires Top 20 by complaint volume
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
2010 Kia Forte
21 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2025 Kia K5
10 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2014 Kia Forte
9 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2012 Kia Optima
7 complaints · ~$150 severe
2013 Kia Sorento
6 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2011 Kia Sorento
6 complaints · ~$150 severe
2010 Kia Soul
6 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2005 Kia Sedona
6 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2006 Kia Sedona
5 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2013 Kia Soul
4 complaints · ~$150 severe
2011 Kia Soul
4 complaints · ~$150 severe
2008 Kia Sorento
4 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2023 Kia EV6
3 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2021 Kia Forte
3 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2018 Kia Forte
3 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2015 Kia Optima
3 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2008 Kia Optima
3 complaints · ~$150 severe
2008 Kia Sportage
3 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2007 Kia Rondo
3 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2006 Kia Optima
3 complaints · ~$150 moderate
Active recalls — Kia tires 2 on file
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 Telluride and 2026 Sorento vehicles
Anti-lock braking or traction control systems that do not function properly can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 Sorento and Telluride vehicles
Impaired anti-lock braking or traction control systems can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the spare tire, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC244.
Common questions
How many Kia tires complaints are on file with NHTSA?
112 complaints across 20 model-year entries from 2005 to 2025. No active recall campaigns currently cover this category for Kia.
Which Kia model has the most tires complaints?
The 2010 Kia Forte leads with 21 complaints in this category. Next: 2025 K5 (10) and 2014 Forte (9).
What does it cost to fix Kia tires problems?
Independent shops average $150 for tires repairs across the Kia lineup. Dealer pricing tends to run twenty to forty percent higher. Specific cost depends on the failure mode and parts availability.
Are there Kia tires recalls?
Yes — 2 active recall campaigns cover tires on Kia vehicles. Recall fixes are free regardless of mileage or warranty status. The list below shows current campaigns with their NHTSA numbers.
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Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database.
Editorial commentary written by Shop Foreman, an independent contributor to ProblemsByVin
and not affiliated with Kia.
Severity ratings derive from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities on the NHTSA complaint and recall record.
Repair cost averages reflect independent-shop pricing and may differ in your area.