NHTSA recalls & complaints · 2015–2020

Kia K900 recalls, complaints and VIN decoding

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns and 68 owner complaints for the Kia K900, covering model years 2015 to 2020. The 2015 model year drew the most complaints (54), and Exterior Lighting is the component owners name most often.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint flat files, updated September 25, 2026.

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4 recall campaigns on file
68 owner complaints (unverified reports to NHTSA)
6 model years with data (2015–2020)

most complaints: 2015 (54 for that model year)
top component: Exterior Lighting (21 complaints)
latest recall 24V169000 (reported Mar 1, 2024)

1 complaint reporting a crash (1.5%)
1 complaint reporting a fire (1.5%)
1 complaint reporting an injury (1.5%)
0 complaints reporting a death (0.0%)

Kia K900 complaints by model year

4 model years · NHTSA complaints

The 2015 model year has the most complaints: 54 of 68, or 79.4%. Next come 2016 (10) and 2017 (2). The fewest are for 2019, with 2 complaints.

Owner complaints per model yearHighest yearOther years

Kia K900 complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death

Kia K900 complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Model year	Complaints	Reporting a crash	Reporting a fire	Reporting an injury
2015	54	1	1	1
2016	10	0	0	0
2017	2	0	0	0
2019	2	0	0	0
All model years	68	1	1	1

Crash, fire, injury and death columns count complaints that report at least one of them, not people.

Most-reported Kia K900 components

top 15 · NHTSA categories

Exterior Lighting is the component named most often, in 21 complaints (30.9% of all 68), followed by Air Bags (16) and Electrical System (13).

Components named most often in Kia K900 complaints (top 15)

Components named most often in Kia K900 complaints (top 15)
Component	Complaints	Share of complaints
Exterior Lighting	21	30.9%
Air Bags	16	23.5%
Electrical System	13	19.1%
Engine	9	13.2%
Unknown or Other	8	11.8%
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	6	8.8%
Structure	5	7.4%
Service Brakes	4	5.9%
Wheels	4	5.9%
Steering	3	4.4%
Suspension	3	4.4%
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	2	2.9%
Forward Collision Avoidance	2	2.9%
Power Train	2	2.9%
Lane Departure	1	1.5%

One complaint can name several components, so the shares add up to more than 100%. Component names are NHTSA’s top-level categories.

What NHTSA owner complaints mean

These figures count complaints that vehicle owners and other members of the public have submitted to NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. NHTSA uses complaints, together with other data, to spot safety issues that may warrant an investigation and to check whether existing recalls go far enough.

They are reports, not findings. Each complaint is the submitter's own account. Its presence in the database does not mean NHTSA has confirmed a defect.
Counts are not defect rates. The data doesn't say how many vehicles were sold, so a raw count can't tell you what share of vehicles had a problem.
Popular models collect more complaints. A model sold in large numbers will usually gather more complaints than a rare one, simply because more people own it.
One complaint can name several components. Totals by component can therefore add up to more than the number of complaints.
Coverage starts in 1995. NHTSA's complaint file contains complaints received since January 1, 1995.

Use complaint patterns as a prompt for questions: whether a recall covers the issue, whether the vehicle you are considering has had the fix, and what a mechanic finds on inspection. For confirmed safety defects, see the recall list for this model.

Kia K900 recalls

4 campaigns · newest first

Every vehicle recall campaign NHTSA lists under the model name K900, newest first. The 4 campaigns cover model years 2015 to 2020. The 2016 model year appears in the most campaigns (3).

4 recall campaigns
2 “Park Outside” advisories

Kia K900 recall campaigns covering each model year
2015: 2 campaigns	2016: 3 campaigns	2017: 2 campaigns	2018: 2 campaigns	2019: 1 campaign	2020: 1 campaign

Highlighted: the model year with the most campaigns.

NHTSA campaign 24V169000
Reported Mar 1, 2024
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Turbo/Supercharger › Hoses/Plumbing
Model years 2019–2020
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2019-2020 K900, and 2018-2023 Stinger vehicles equipped with a 3.3-liter turbo gasoline direct injection engine. The left turbocharger oil feed pipe and hose assembly may deteriorate and leak oil.
Consequence:
An oil leak in the presence of hot engine components can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire while driving.
Remedy:
Dealers will replace the left turbocharger oil feed pipe and hose assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 26, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC300.
Filed by Kia America, Inc.
NHTSA campaign 23V652000
Reported Sep 25, 2023
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/Module
Model years 2015–2018
NHTSA “Park Outside” advisory: because of the fire risk, park affected vehicles outside and away from buildings until the recall repair is done.
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Borrego, 2014-2016 Cadenza, 2010-2013 Forte, Forte Koup, Sportage, 2015-2018 K900, 2011-2015 Optima, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, Soul, 2012-2017 Rio, 2011-2014 Sorento, and 2010-2011 Rondo vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Consequence:
An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy:
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the HECU fuse, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed November 14, 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2024 through June 18, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC284.
Filed by Kia America, Inc.
NHTSA campaign 22V051000
Reported Feb 2, 2022
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/Module
Model years 2016–2018
NHTSA “Park Outside” advisory: because of the fire risk, park affected vehicles outside and away from buildings until the recall repair is done.
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2018 K900 and 2014-2016 Sportage vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) module could malfunction and cause an electrical short, which could result in an engine compartment fire.
Consequence:
An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy:
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install a new fuse for the HECU circuit board, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 22, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC227.
Filed by Kia America, Inc.
NHTSA campaign 16V210000
Reported Apr 12, 2016
Exterior Lighting › Headlights
Model years 2015–2016
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 K900 vehicles manufactured December 18, 2013 to January 11, 2016 and equipped with LED headlights. In the affected vehicles, when using the multi-function light switch in "AUTO" mode, electrical resistance may build in the switch and result in the headlights flickering or turning off when driving.
Consequence:
Loss of headlight illumination may reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy:
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the multi-function switch, free of charge. The recall began on May 20, 2016. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC130.
Filed by Kia America, Inc.

Recall text is shown as NHTSA publishes it. NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline, 1-888-327-4236, also answers recall questions.

How to read this recall list

This list shows every safety recall campaign NHTSA has on file for this make, model and model year. It is not specific to one vehicle: a recall often covers only vehicles built in a certain date range or with a certain part, and many of the vehicles it covers will already have been repaired.

What each recall field means

What each recall field means
Field	What it tells you
Campaign number	NHTSA's unique ID for the recall, such as 20V771000. Quote it to a dealer or when searching NHTSA's site.
Component	The system or part involved, for example air bags, brakes or electrical software.
Summary	What the defect or non-compliance is and which vehicles are covered.
Consequence	The safety risk if the problem isn't fixed.
Remedy	What the manufacturer will do, such as a repair, replacement or software update, and whether it is free.

Some recalls carry an NHTSA consumer advisory, “Do Not Drive” or “Park Outside”. Follow it until the repair is done.
A single campaign often covers several models or model years, so the same campaign number can appear in more than one list.
Recalls are shown as NHTSA publishes them. Very recent campaigns may take time to appear.

Does your vehicle have an open recall? Only a VIN check can tell you. Enter the VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or on the manufacturer's website. Our VIN recall check guide explains what each option covers.

Kia K900 questions

5 questions

How many recalls does the Kia K900 have?

NHTSA lists 4 vehicle recall campaigns for the Kia K900, covering model years 2015 to 2020. The most recent, 24V169000, was reported on March 1, 2024 and is filed under “Engine and engine cooling”. The 2016 model year is covered by the most campaigns (3).

Which Kia K900 model year has the most complaints?

The 2015 model year, with 54 of the 68 complaints in NHTSA’s file (79.4%). The next are 2016 (10) and 2017 (2). Complaint counts also reflect how many vehicles of each year were sold and how long they have been on the road, so they are not a reliability ranking.

What is the most common Kia K900 complaint?

Exterior Lighting is the component named most often: 21 complaints, or 30.9% of all 68. Air Bags (16) and Electrical System (13) follow. Complaints are unverified reports from owners, not confirmed defects, and one complaint can name several components.

Does every recall on this page apply to my Kia K900?

Not necessarily. Each campaign lists specific model years, and many cover only vehicles built in a certain period or fitted with a certain part; repairs already carried out aren’t shown. To see whether a recall is open on your vehicle, enter its VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or ask a Kia dealer.

How many Kia K900 complaints report a crash, fire, injury or death?

Of the 68 complaints, 1 report a crash, 1 a fire, 1 at least one injury and 0 at least one death. These figures count complaints, not people, and each complaint is the submitter’s own unverified account.

8 models · most complaints first

The Kia models with the most NHTSA complaints, and the Kia VIN decoder with every Kia model page, WMI code and VIN note.

Kia Sorento 2003–2026 · 40 recalls · 10,159 complaints
Kia Optima 2001–2020 · 22 recalls · 7,499 complaints
Kia Soul 2010–2025 · 15 recalls · 5,532 complaints
Kia Sportage 1995–2026 · 36 recalls · 4,687 complaints
Kia Forte 2009–2024 · 18 recalls · 2,539 complaints
Kia Sedona 2002–2021 · 23 recalls · 2,406 complaints
Kia Telluride 2020–2027 · 19 recalls · 2,009 complaints
Kia Sephia 1995–2003 · 7 recalls · 1,687 complaints

All Kia models and WMI codes Look up recalls by year

Data: NHTSA recalls and complaints flat files, updated September 25, 2026. Recall campaigns are vehicle (V) campaigns listed for this model name; complaints are counted once per NHTSA ODI number and model year.