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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data

2015 Kia K900 recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2015 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
2
Park-it warnings
1
Complaints
54
Latest campaign
Sep 25, 2023

Recall summary by component2

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsPark‑itLatestCampaign IDs
Service brakes, hydraulic11Sep 25, 2023
Exterior lighting1–Apr 12, 2016

Safety recalls2

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
1Park-it warnings
0Fixable over the air
Sep 25, 2023Latest campaign
Sep 25, 202323V652000

Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip control unit/module

An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

Park outside, away from structures
DetailsHide details for campaign 23V652000
What's wrong
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.
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 23V652000 · Sep 25, 2023
Apr 12, 201616V210000

Exterior lighting: headlights

Loss of headlight illumination may reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 16V210000
What's wrong
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.
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 16V210000 · Apr 12, 2016
To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Kia recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

Owner complaints by component54

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
54Complaints filed
1Involving a crash
1Involving a fire
1Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Exterior lighting1833100
Air bags1426000
Electrical system917011
Service brakes815000
Unknown or other713011
Engine611011
Hydraulic611000
Structure47000
Wheels36000
Suspension36000
Steering36000
Forward collision avoidance12000
Power train12000
Seats12000
Lane departure12000

2 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

  • Electrical system

    “My 2015 Kia K900 developed a no-start condition and displayed a “Check Brake Fuse” warning starting July 4th 2026. The vehicle will not start, and the cause of the failure is currently unknown. It was perfectly fine.”

    Filed 09/01/2026 · ODI 11761297
  • Electrical system

    “Vehicle had the official HECU fire recall performed overheated less than 2 weeks later causing an overheated ECM power relay.”

    Filed 08/25/2026 · ODI 11759449
  • Exterior lighting

    “The contact owns a 2015 Kia K900. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the headlights and taillights were flickering or turning off unexpectedly.”

    Filed 07/31/2026 · ODI 11753948

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2015 Kia K900 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2015 Kia K900 have?

NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns for the 2015 Kia K900. The most recent, 23V652000 (reported September 25, 2023), concerns service brakes, hydraulic. 1 campaign carries a park-it or park-outside warning. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What is the most common complaint about the 2015 Kia K900?

Exterior lighting is the most-reported component, named in 18 complaints out of 54 filed with NHTSA (33%). Across all complaints, owners reported 1 crash and 1 fire. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2015 Kia K900?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Kia recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Kia dealer.

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