2015-2016 Kia K900 recall: headlights
Kia Motors America reported this safety recall on April 12, 2016. It covers about 3,099 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 3,099
- reported
- Apr 12, 2016
- owners notified
- May 20, 2016
- related complaints
- 20
Exterior lighting: headlights
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- Loss of headlight illumination may reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 16V210000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 20 complaints about lights problems.
Questions about recall 16V210000
Is there a recall on the 2015-2016 Kia K900 headlights?
Yes. Recall 16V210000, reported on April 12, 2016, covers about 3,099 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 16V210000?
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.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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