Kia (KIMTF) Issues Recall for Thousands of Vehicles Due to Fire Risk
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Sep 30 2025
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Source: TipRanks
Kia America Vehicle Recalls: Kia America is recalling over 35,000 vehicles in the U.S. due to potential fire hazards linked to inadequate HVAC blower motor wiring harnesses, marking the latest in a series of recalls this year.
Market Outlook and Analyst Ratings: Despite the recalls potentially impacting reputation and sales, Kia aims to increase U.S. sales by 7-8% in the second half of the year, with Goldman Sachs initiating coverage with a Buy rating, projecting market share growth for Kia and Hyundai by 2028.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
