What are the most common problems with the 2015 Kia K900?

Owners have filed 54 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is exterior lighting (18 complaints), followed by air bags (14).

How many 2015 Kia K900 complaints mention a crash or fire?

1 of 54 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2015 Kia K900 recalls and problems

2 recalls and 54 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2015 Kia K900.

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.

2015 Kia K900 recalls

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

NHTSA campaign 23V652000 · reported September 25, 2023 · Kia America, Inc. · 1,730,192 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: 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.

Exterior lighting: headlights

NHTSA campaign 16V210000 · reported April 12, 2016 · Kia Motors America · 3,099 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: Loss of headlight illumination may reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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.

Most reported problems

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

Exterior lighting18
Air bags14
Electrical system9
Unknown or other7
Engine6
Service brakes, hydraulic6
Structure4
Steering3
Suspension3
Wheels3

What owners report

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

Sep 1, 2026 · 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. I took the vehicle to an authorized Kia dealership for diagnosis and paid a diagnostic fee. The…

Aug 25, 2026 · Electrical system
Vehicle had the official HECU fire recall performed overheated less than 2 weeks later causing an overheated ECM power relay. Spoke with KIA corporate a represenative in the premium department is actively denying the existence of their court-ordered safety settlement and refusing to repair the vehicle. The dealership…

Jul 31, 2026 · Exterior lighting · 73,000 miles
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. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V210000 (Exterior Lighting); however, the VIN was not included. The dealer was…

Apr 17, 2026 · Exterior lighting · 112,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Kia K900. The contact stated that while the headlights were set to automatic mode while driving at night, the headlights unexpectedly turned off independently. However, while the headlights were manually turned to the on position, the headlights remained operational and without failure. The…

Apr 21, 2025 · Exterior lighting
The contact owns a 2015 Kia K900. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the headlights flickered intermittently and turned off occasionally without warning. The headlights eventually resumed normal operation while the contact continued driving. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact…

K900 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2015	2	54	1	1
2016	3	10	0	0
2017	2	2	0	0
2018	2	0	0	0

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Questions

Does the 2015 Kia K900 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2015 Kia K900, the most recent reported on September 25, 2023 (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 2015 Kia K900?: Owners have filed 54 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is exterior lighting (18 complaints), followed by air bags (14).
How many 2015 Kia K900 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 1 of 54 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 1, 2026.