What are the most common problems with the 2019 Kia Cadenza?

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (2 complaints), followed by exterior lighting (1).

How many 2019 Kia Cadenza complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 5 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2019 Kia Cadenza recalls and problems

1 recall and 5 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2019 Kia Cadenza.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2019 Kia Cadenza recalls

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

NHTSA campaign 21V137000 · reported March 4, 2021 · Kia Motors America · 379,931 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Sportage and Cadenza vehicles. The electrical circuit in the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may short-circuit, which can cause a fire in the engine compartment.
The risk: An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace certain fuses in the electrical junction box. Vehicles equipped with an electronic parking brake (EPB) will also receive a HECU software update. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on April 30, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC206.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Engine2
Exterior lighting1
Lane departure1
Service brakes, hydraulic1
Steering1
Tires1
Unknown or other1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Aug 6, 2026 · Engine
While operating the vehicle, the engine suffered a catastrophic internal mechanical failure, resulting in an immediate and dangerous loss of motive power on the road. A subsequent physical diagnostic scan at an authorized Kia dealership revealed manufacturer trouble code P008800 (Fuel Rail System Pressure-Too High)…

Jun 17, 2026 · Unknown or other
I picked up my Cadenza from the repair shop. They were repairing the sunroof controls because the sunroof was not operating properly. I was 24 miles away from the shop headed home from Temple, TX to Waxahachie, TX on […]. It sounded like a shotgun was fired right above my head and scared me. I am surprised I didn't…

Jun 8, 2026 · Engine · 74,000 miles
The contact owns a 2019 Kia Cadenza. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, several unknown warning lights illuminated. Additionally, upon starting the vehicle later, the contact noticed that there was an abnormal ticking sound coming from under the hood. The vehicle was taken to AutoZone…

Aug 26, 2022 · Steering
Hello, I wasn't notified of the recall on my vehicle. The steering wheel is extremely hard to turn and all of the system lights are on.

May 11, 2021 · Service brakes, hydraulic
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 KIA CADENZA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 21V137000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER HAD EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. AIRPORT…

Cadenza model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2016	2	14	0	0
2017	2	33	4	1
2018	1	7	0	0
2019	1	5	0	0
2020	1	0	0	0

Across all years, the 2014 Cadenza has the most complaints (111). All Kia Cadenza years →

Questions

Does the 2019 Kia Cadenza have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2019 Kia Cadenza, the most recent reported on March 4, 2021 (Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, control unit/module). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Kia Cadenza?: Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (2 complaints), followed by exterior lighting (1).
How many 2019 Kia Cadenza complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 5 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received August 6, 2026.