How many electrical complaints does the 2014 Kia Cadenza have?

NHTSA lists 16 Electrical System complaints for the 2014 Cadenza, which is 15% of the 110 total complaints filed for that model year.

Are there fires linked to the 2014 Kia Cadenza's electrical system?

Yes, NHTSA data shows 2 fire incidents among the complaints filed for this vehicle, including one involving the electrical system while parked.

Is there a recall for the 2014 Kia Cadenza's electrical issues?

The data provided lists no related recalls tied to this Electrical System complaint category for the 2014 Cadenza.

At what mileage do electrical problems typically show up on the 2014 Cadenza?

The median mileage at failure for Electrical System complaints on the 2014 Cadenza is 50,430 miles.

How does 2014 compare to other Cadenza years for electrical complaints?

The 2014 model year shows 16 electrical complaints (15% share), close to the 2015 model year's 14 complaints (29% share), while 2016, 2018, and 2020 show far fewer or none.

2014 Kia Cadenza Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 16 Electrical System complaints for the 2014 Kia Cadenza, 15% of its 110 total complaints for the year. Two of those complaints involved fires, and the median mileage at failure was 50,430. No related recalls are listed for this component.

Electrical System complaints: 16; 15% of 110
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 2
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 50,430 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Vehicles caught fire while parked or while driving, in one case producing smoke and loss of power along with heavy steering and no braking assistance.
The smart key's metal insert can detach from the plastic fob before the release button is fully pressed, which owners say lets it come apart during normal handling.
Some owners report sudden battery failure that left the vehicle unable to brake properly downhill or that caused stalling at low speed in an intersection.
Headlights reported to fail suddenly at night or to flicker on and off despite new bulbs and intact fuses, with dealership technicians unable to pinpoint the cause.
Owners describe the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) as a shorting risk that could start an engine fire, with one owner told to avoid parking near structures until a fuse remedy is available.
One owner described dashboard swelling and split material along with erratic computer behavior after a windshield-related repair.

When 2014 Kia Cadenza electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 18, 2014, latest May 27, 2024.

16 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2014 to May 2024; peak Apr 2019 (2).

Electrical System recalls for the 2014 Kia Cadenza

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Electrical System complaints by Cadenza model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201416 (15%)
201514 (29%)
20161 (7%)
20176 (19%)
20180 (0%)
20191 (20%)
20200 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many electrical complaints does the 2014 Kia Cadenza have?: NHTSA lists 16 Electrical System complaints for the 2014 Cadenza, which is 15% of the 110 total complaints filed for that model year.
Are there fires linked to the 2014 Kia Cadenza's electrical system?: Yes, NHTSA data shows 2 fire incidents among the complaints filed for this vehicle, including one involving the electrical system while parked.
Is there a recall for the 2014 Kia Cadenza's electrical issues?: The data provided lists no related recalls tied to this Electrical System complaint category for the 2014 Cadenza.
At what mileage do electrical problems typically show up on the 2014 Cadenza?: The median mileage at failure for Electrical System complaints on the 2014 Cadenza is 50,430 miles.
How does 2014 compare to other Cadenza years for electrical complaints?: The 2014 model year shows 16 electrical complaints (15% share), close to the 2015 model year's 14 complaints (29% share), while 2016, 2018, and 2020 show far fewer or none.