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US recalls (2)
Park outsideService 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.
Risk and remedy
Risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
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.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk: A front windshield that detaches from a vehicle can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
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.
Canadian recalls (2)
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Brakes
2023-09-26 · campaign 2023-529
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the brake hydraulic electronic control unit (HECU) could short circuit.
Safety Risk:
A short circuit could create a fire risk, even while the vehicle is parked and turned off.
Corrective Actions:
Kia will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the fuse(s) for the HECU. Kia recommends that you should park your vehicle outdoors and away from other vehicles or structures until the recall repairs have been completed.
Structure
2022-03-16 · campaign 2022-124 · 740 vehicles
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the windshield may not be properly attached. As a result, the glass can become loose and could separate from the vehicle.
Safety Risk:
A windshield that detaches in a crash could create an increased risk of injury. Additionally, a windshield that detaches from a moving vehicle could create a road hazard for others and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Kia will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect, and if necessary, remove and reinstall the windshield.
Owner complaints (48)
Owners filed 48 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Kia Cadenza (1 crashes, 2 fires, 3 injuries reported). Among 6 model years of this model, it ranks #2 for the most complaints (median 33).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Engine | 13 | |
| Electrical system | 13 | |
| Unknown or other | 9 | |
| Visibility | 5 | |
| Exterior lighting | 4 | |
| Structure | 3 | |
| Steering | 3 | |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 3 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2015 Kia Cadenza.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2015 Kia Cadenza 4 DR FWD | – | – | – | – |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2015 Kia Cadenza version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| Cadenza 3.3 L Automatic 6-spd | 19 | 28 | 22 | $3,050 |
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