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2015–2016 Kia K900 Recall: In the affected vehicles, when using the multi-function light switch in…

NHTSA campaign 16V210000 · Exterior Lighting · filed Apr 12, 2016 · verified Jul 30, 2026

Units reported
3K
Manufacturer
Kia Motors America
Risk
Crash / injury
Owner letters
Mailing began May 20, 2016

The defect

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.

The risk

Loss of headlight illumination may reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.

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The fix — what to do

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.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

MakeModelModel years
KiaK9002015, 2016

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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 16V210000 (manufacturer number SC130). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.