2015 Kia K900 Reliability
The 2015 Kia K900 has 54 owner complaints and 2 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about exterior lighting and air bags. Compared with nearby K900 model years (2015–2017), it rates as a caution year: complaints run above the K900's typical year.
By CarWhere Research · Updated 2026-11-04 · Source: NHTSA
54
NHTSA owner complaints
2
Recall campaigns
1
Complaints citing a crash
1
Complaints citing a fire
2015 Kia K900 complaints by component
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2015 model year, filed between 2015 and 2026. A complaint can name more than one component.
| Component | Complaints | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior lighting | 18 | 33% |
| Air bags | 14 | 26% |
| Electrical system | 9 | 17% |
| Service brakes | 8 | 15% |
| Unknown or other | 7 | 13% |
| Engine | 6 | 11% |
| Body structure | 4 | 7% |
| Wheels | 3 | 6% |
2015 Kia K900 recalls
2 recall campaigns on NHTSA record for the 2015 model year, by the date NHTSA received the manufacturer's report. Recall repairs are free at a dealer.
| NHTSA campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16V210000 | Apr 12, 2016 | 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,… |
| 23V652000 | Sep 25, 2023 | Service brakes — 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…NHTSA advisory: park outside until repaired. |
How the 2015 compares with nearby K900 years
Verdicts compare these K900 model years with each other.
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Most-reported area | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 (this page) | 54 | 2 | Exterior lighting | Caution |
| 2016 | 10 | 3 | Electrical system | Too few reports |
| 2017 | 2 | 2 | Service brakes | Too few reports |
Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA and are not adjusted for how many of each year were sold, so they compare years of the same model rather than different models.
What to check on a used 2015 Kia K900
- Lights: check headlights (low and high), brake lights and turn signals; condensation inside the housings is worth noting.
- Air bags: make sure the air bag warning light goes out after start-up and that any air bag recall was completed on this VIN.
- Electrical: test every light, window, lock, the infotainment screen and the charging system; scan for stored fault codes.
- Brakes: check pedal feel, pulling and grinding, and look at rotor and pad wear; ask when the brake fluid was last changed.
- Recalls: confirm each of the 2 campaigns above was completed on this VIN; open recalls are repaired free at a dealer.
- History: run the VIN for salvage, theft and odometer records, and have an independent mechanic inspect the car before you pay.
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2015 Kia K900 reliability FAQ
Is the 2015 Kia K900 reliable?
The 2015 Kia K900 has 54 owner complaints and 2 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about exterior lighting and air bags. Compared with nearby K900 model years (2015–2017), it rates as a caution year: complaints run above the K900's typical year.
What are the most common 2015 Kia K900 problems?
The most-reported problem areas in NHTSA owner complaints for the 2015 Kia K900 are exterior lighting (18), air bags (14), electrical system (9), service brakes (8). One complaint can name more than one component.
Does the 2015 Kia K900 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2015 Kia K900, including 16V210000 (exterior lighting — headlights) and 23V652000 (service brakes — antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip / control unit/module). Recall repairs are free at a dealer, and whether one was done is tracked by VIN.
How does the 2015 Kia K900 compare with the 2014 and 2016 models?
By NHTSA records, the 2016 has 10 complaints and 3 recalls (too few reports). The 2015 has 54 complaints and 2 recalls.
How do I check a specific used 2015 Kia K900?
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More Kia K900 research
Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation owner complaints (all body-style listings for the 2015 K900, de-duplicated by complaint number) and NHTSA recall campaigns, retrieved 2026-11-04.