The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·16V210000·Announced 2016-04-12

Kia Recalls 2015-2016 K900 Vehicles for Headlight Switch Defect

Kia is recalling 2015-2016 K900 vehicles because a faulty switch may cause headlights to flicker or turn off, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (headlights turning off) where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the 'High' severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Kia Motors America is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 K900 vehicles manufactured between December 18, 2013, and January 11, 2016. The recall affects vehicles equipped with LED headlights. In these vehicles, electrical resistance may build up in the multi-function light switch when set to "AUTO" mode, which can cause the headlights to flicker or turn off while driving.

The defect poses a safety risk because the loss of headlight illumination may reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash. 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 for more information. Kia's number for this recall is SC130. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
KIA K900
Brand
KIA
Manufacturer
Kia Motors America
Category
Vehicle — Lighting
Hazard
Affected units
3,099

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • K900

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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