Over-the-Air Software Update technology allows you to wirelessly update your Kia’s software systems. The specific systems that can be updated vary by model year, model, and trim levels.

System controllers that can be updated via Over-the-Air Software updates may include powertrain, electric motor system, battery management system, ADAS, and lighting. The specific system controllers that can be updated via Over-the-Air Software Updates are dependent upon model year, model, and trim levels.

The availability of Over-the-Air Software Updates varies by model year, model, and trim.

You can check your vehicle's capabilities by going to the Kia Connect availability tool on the Kia Owner's site. You will need to know the vehicle's model year, model name, and trim or VIN.

Over-the-Air Software Updates are offered to you at no extra cost. However, to utilize this feature, you must have Kia Connect activated and be enrolled in one of the Kia Connect plans (free trial, complimentary, or paid).

Yes. Activation of Kia Connect is required. New Kia owners enrolled in Kia Connect can receive Over-the-Air Software updates for 10 years, provided their vehicle is equipped with this feature.

The vehicle must be turned off and the following condition must be maintained to proceed with the software installation:

• Transmission/Gear: in P (Park)
• Exterior Lights: Off
• Parking Brake: On
• Hood: Closed

No. Your vehicle will be disabled and cannot be driven during the software installation. Park your vehicle in a safe and secure location before beginning the software installation.

You cannot independently verify whether your Kia's software has been updated across all its systems.

However, Kia has a notification system for critical updates, if your vehicle is enrolled in Kia Connect and your vehicle is equipped with Over-the-Air Software Update capabilities. Notifications are sent to you when an update is ready to install.
1. A message will appear on your vehicle's infotainment screen.
2. You will receive a push notification from the Kia Access app on your smartphone.

Additionally, Kia may send email communications.

If you wish to review the details of recent updates, you can access the "Release Notes" section on the Over-the-Air Software Updates page. This resource will provide you with information about the changes and improvements made to your vehicle's software.

Over-the-Air Software Updates are automatically downloaded to your vehicle. Once the update has been downloaded, you will receive a push notification via the Kia Access app letting you know the download is complete and that the update is ready to install. You will also see a message in your infotainment screen prompting you to install the update when you turn off the vehicle.

To check historical Over-the-Air Software Updates, you may visit the Kia Owner's Over-the-Air Software Update Release Notes page.

No, you cannot disable Over-the-Air Software Updates notifications.

You will see a message in your infotainment screen prompting you to install the update when you turn off the vehicle. Tap the “Update Now” button to begin installing the updates.

Installation time varies based on the software's size and the strength of the vehicle's wireless signal connection. After you start the software installation by tapping the “Update Now” button, the message on the infotainment screen will update to display the estimated installation time.

No, it is not possible to pause and resume an update after you have opted to start the final software installation.

No, you cannot schedule the installation of the update. However, you may choose to do the installation later. If you choose later, you will be prompted to install the update each time you turn the vehicle off.