2016 KIA K900 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2016 KIA K900 has 0 complaints and 5 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to the vehicle’s electrical and braking systems based on recall data. No direct complaints have been reported.
There are 5 recalls affecting various systems including the braking control unit and exterior lighting. These recalls address critical safety concerns involving potential fires and headlight malfunctions.
Recalls- Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) fire risk. Recall 23V652000 affects 1,730,192 vehicles including 2016 K900s. The HECU may short circuit causing an engine compartment fire while parked or driving. Owners are advised to park outside and dealer repairs involve fuse replacement. Interim and owner notifications were sent in late 2023 and early 2024.
- Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) malfunction. Recall 22V051000 covers 126,747 vehicles including certain 2016-2018 K900s. The HECU module can short and cause fires. Owners should park away from structures until repairs, which include fuse installation, are completed. Notifications were mailed in September 2022.
- Headlight flicker or failure. Recall 16V210000 applies to 3,099 2015-2016 K900s with LED headlights. Electrical resistance in the multi-function light switch can cause headlights to flicker or turn off in AUTO mode, reducing visibility. Dealers will replace the switch at no charge. Owners were notified starting May 2016.
Owners with repeated repairs or unresolved safety recalls should consider reviewing their rights under state lemon laws. Those affected by these recalls may want to seek further legal guidance regarding potential remedies.
2016 KIA K900 Summary
2016
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
3
Total Recalls
1860038
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2016 KIA K900
1730192 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
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.
Risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
2016 KIA K900
126747 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
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.
Risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
2016 KIA K900
3099 vehicles affected
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
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.
Risk: Loss of headlight illumination may reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Complaints
No complaints found.