How many electrical system complaints does the 2015 Kia K900 have?

NHTSA lists 26 electrical system complaints for the 2015 K900, which is 48% of the 54 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2015 Kia K900 electrical system?

Yes. Recall 16V210000, reported April 12, 2016, covers a multi-function switch defect affecting LED headlights on 2015-2016 K900 vehicles; Kia dealers replace the switch free of charge.

At what mileage do 2015 K900 electrical problems usually appear?

The median mileage at failure for electrical system complaints on the 2015 K900 is 22,000 miles.

What kind of headlight problems do 2015 K900 owners report?

Owners report headlights turning off or flickering during turns, adaptive headlamps misaligning or pointing the wrong direction, and headlamps aimed too low to illuminate the road at night.

Did the 2015 Kia K900 electrical issues cause any crashes or fires?

NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2015 K900 lists 1 crash, 1 fire, and 1 injury among the reported complaints.

2015 Kia K900 Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 26 electrical system complaints for the 2015 Kia K900, 48% of all 54 complaints filed for the year, with a median failure mileage of 22,000 miles. A related recall (16V210000) covers the multi-function switch tied to LED headlight failures.

Electrical System complaints: 26; 48% of 54
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 22,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Headlights turn off completely when the turn signal is activated, then flicker or flash while driving straight.
Adaptive LED headlights fail and point in the wrong direction, sometimes swapping left and right beam coverage during turns.
LED headlights flicker intermittently and go out while driving, especially in auto mode at night, without dealers being able to replicate the fault.
Headlamps drift out of alignment over time, ending up aimed downward and illuminating only a short distance ahead.
Instrument cluster display reflects onto the windshield at night, forcing drivers to dim the cluster to an unreadable level to reduce glare.
Center touchscreen freezes, goes black, and reboots through a welcome and terms screen while the vehicle is in motion.

When 2015 Kia K900 electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Aug 11, 2015, latest Sep 1, 2026.

26 complaints filed with NHTSA from Aug 2015 to Sep 2026; peak Sep 2016 (3).

Electrical System recalls for the 2015 Kia K900

NHTSA 16V210000Apr 12, 2016Electrical System3,099 vehicles
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 flickering or turning off when driving.
Risk: Loss of headlight illumination may reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
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. Kia's number for this recall is SC130.

Electrical System complaints by K900 model year

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

201526 (48%)
20164 (40%)
20170 (0%)
20180 (0%)
20191 (50%)
20200 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many electrical system complaints does the 2015 Kia K900 have?: NHTSA lists 26 electrical system complaints for the 2015 K900, which is 48% of the 54 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2015 Kia K900 electrical system?: Yes. Recall 16V210000, reported April 12, 2016, covers a multi-function switch defect affecting LED headlights on 2015-2016 K900 vehicles; Kia dealers replace the switch free of charge.
At what mileage do 2015 K900 electrical problems usually appear?: The median mileage at failure for electrical system complaints on the 2015 K900 is 22,000 miles.
What kind of headlight problems do 2015 K900 owners report?: Owners report headlights turning off or flickering during turns, adaptive headlamps misaligning or pointing the wrong direction, and headlamps aimed too low to illuminate the road at night.
Did the 2015 Kia K900 electrical issues cause any crashes or fires?: NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2015 K900 lists 1 crash, 1 fire, and 1 injury among the reported complaints.