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2020 Kia K900 Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

No verdict

Complaint Index

20/100

#5 most-complained of 6 K900 years

The 2020 Kia K900 has 0 complaints on file with NHTSA and 1 recall, for a complaint index of 20 — ranked 5th worst out of 6 model years. It's one of the better years for this model based on NHTSA data.

Complaints
0
Recalls
1
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
21
18 city / 25 hwy

Top 2020 Kia K900 problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

No component data.

2020 Kia K900 recalls

1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 24V169000Mar 1, 2024Engine36,248 vehicles

    Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo/supercharger:hoses/plumbing

    Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2019-2020 K900, and 2018-2023 Stinger vehicles equipped with a 3.3-liter turbo gasoline direct injection engine. The left turbocharger oil feed pipe and hose assembly may deteriorate and leak oil.

    Risk: An oil leak in the presence of hot engine components can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire while driving.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the left turbocharger oil feed pipe and hose assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 26, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC300.

2020 Kia K900 fuel economy and fuel cost

City
18 MPG
Highway
25 MPG
Combined
21 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$3,800
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Premium
Current regular gas
$4.32/gal
national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2020 compared with other K900 years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100201520162017201820192020
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2018No verdict00219
2019No verdict602121
2020No verdict200121

All Kia K900 years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2020 Kia K900 reliable?
NHTSA lists 0 complaints for the 2020 K900 and a complaint index of 20, which ranks 5th worst out of 6 model years covered. This makes it one of the stronger years for this model based on owner complaints and recalls.
Does the 2020 Kia K900 have any recalls?
Yes, one recall (campaign 24V169000) covers 2019-2020 K900 and 2018-2023 Stinger vehicles with the 3.3-liter turbo engine, where the left turbocharger oil feed pipe and hose assembly may deteriorate. It is not a do-not-drive or park-outside recall.
How does the 2020 K900 compare to other years?
The 2020 K900 has a complaint index of 20, much lower than the 2015 (100) and 2016 (80) model years, which are rated Avoid. Among the six model years with data, 2020 ranks 5th worst, meaning it's near the low end for complaints.
What is the fuel economy of the 2020 Kia K900?
EPA rates the 2020 K900 at 21 mpg combined (18 city / 25 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,800.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.