Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 0 | −83% | 2 | — | Good |
| 2017 | 2 | −86% | 2 | Brake | Good |
| 2016 | 10 | −50% | 3 | Electrical | Good |
| 2015 | 54 | 5.5× | 2 | Headlight | Avoid |
* Complaints compared with the median K900 year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Most common Kia K900 problems
Latest Kia K900 recalls
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.
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.
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.
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.
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…
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.
Frequently asked questions
What years of the Kia K900 should you avoid?
2015 — this year has the most complaints relative to other K900 years at the same age, led by lights problems in the 2015.
What is the best year for the Kia K900?
2017 has the fewest complaints compared with other K900 years at the same age, followed by 2018 and 2016. Newer years can look better simply because fewer complaints have come in yet, so we compare like with like.
What are the most common Kia K900 problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the lights (20), air bags (16) and electrical system (12). Headlight complaints peak in the 2015 model year.
How many recalls has the Kia K900 had?
3 recalls across 2015–2018. The model year with the most is 2016. See all Kia K900 recalls by year.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.