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2016 Kia Cadenza — Problems, Recalls & Complaints

Aggregated from NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints. Data updated daily from federal databases.

2
Open Recalls
14
Owner Complaints
0
Reported Injuries
0
Reported Deaths
76
Good
Reliability Score (0–100)
Declining -33%
Complaint Trend
4 last 24mo vs 6 prior
May & Dec
Peak Complaint Months
50% of complaints in these months

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2016 Kia Cadenza Safety Recalls (2)

22V15800015/03/2022
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling all 2014-2016 Cadenza vehicles. During manufacturing, the front windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the front windshield glass. If necessary, the windshield will be removed and reinstalled. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 13, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC232.

23V65200025/09/2023
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC: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 Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.

Remedy: 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.

Most Common Problems Reported for 2016 Kia Cadenza

VISIBILITY
5
ENGINE
3
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
2
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
1
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
1
SUSPENSION
1
VISIBILITY,STRUCTURE
1

Based on 14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA

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