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This 2016 Kia K900 has 10 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Electrical Faults.
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2016 Kia K900 Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 2 2016 Kia K900 trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 2 trims analysed.
2016 Kia K900 Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star ProgramOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
Not RatedFrontal Crash
Not RatedSide Crash
Not RatedRollover
Not RatedSource: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2016 Kia K900 has 10 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 3 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Electrical Faults. NHTSA reliability signal: Good Record.
- Make
- Kia
- Model
- K900
- Model year
- 2016
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 10
- Crash-related complaints
- 0
- Safety recall campaigns
- 3
- Top reported component
- Electrical Faults
- Reliability signal
- Good Record
- EPA MPG combined
- 20
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 17 / 25
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Common problems
Most common 2016 Kia K900 problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Electrical Faults
Engine Problems
Airbag Malfunctions
Complaint patterns center on Electrical Faults, Engine Problems, Airbag Malfunctions. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2016 Kia K900?
The 2016 Kia K900 looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2016 Kia K900
Inspection Focus
- Inspect electrical systems, including battery and wiring.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for engine, airbag, and lighting repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect electrical systems, including battery and wiring.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for engine, airbag, and lighting repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
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AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Based on 10 NHTSA complaints for the 2016 Kia K900, issues are concentrated in electrical faults, engine problems, airbag malfunctions, and lighting failures. No crash-related complaints were reported, but the low complaint volume limits confidence in these patterns.
- Electrical faults account for the highest number of complaints (3 out of 10).
- Engine problems and airbag malfunctions each have 2 complaints.
- Headlight/taillight failures also appear in 2 complaints.
- Electrical Faults
- Engine Problems
- Airbag Malfunctions
Full breakdown
All 2016 Kia K900 complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2016 Kia K900. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2016 Kia K900. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
There is a safety recall on my K900 Kia. That it could catch fire while driving or parked. I called the parts department of Kia and they said they do not have any remedy at this point. The recall notice states that if the repair is not going to be done in a timely manner that I h…
My leather dash is rippling/tearing, I am afraid it is a risk of interrupting the passenger airbag deployment. I first noticed my leather dash rippling around the HUD area in April of 2022. In September of 22, it began rippling where the leather cover meets the hood. This April…
I want to make a formal complaint against High Desert Kia in Victorville California that they haven't taken the necessary steps to get this recall that's against my Kia K900 remedied quickly and this recall can cause a fire. A recall was sent to me in February 2022 and this reca…
While driving with the lights in auto mode, the light flicker and sometime go off. I took the car to the dealer to have it repaired. I was charged over $700 for the repair. I have since found out that this is an issue as noted in NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V210000 (Exterior Lightin…
The contact owns a 2016 Kia K900. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed at night, the headlights ceased to operate as needed. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure.…
My dashboard is bubbling up on my passenger and drivers side.
I drove to an appointment when I got ready to leave the car was fine then the epb light came on I put it into drive because I know that will release it, per the car manual instructions. It did not release the brakes and the car would not move. Had to call a tow truck the car was …
2016 KIA K-900. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG DID NOT ENGAGE/ACTIVATE - AIRBAG LIGHT OFF WITH OCCUPANT SEATED. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE DEALER ADVISED THE AIRBAG COULD NOT BE FIXED AND WOULD NOT DEPLOY IF HEAVY CLOTHING WAS BEING WORN. THE CONSUMER …
THETRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM (V8 ENGINE) IN COMBINATION WITH VERY POOR TRACTION TIRES (HANKOOK OPTIMO H426) MAY GET YOU KILLED. WHILE MAKING RIGHT TURNS ONTO WET HIGHWAY THE LEFT REAR WHEEL BREAKS LOOSE AND THE TRACTION CONTROL TRIES TO STOP THE WHEEL SPIN BY APPLYING THE LEFT REAR…
THE TIRES BREAK LOOSE IN WET WEATHER. THE HANKOOK OPTIMO H426 TIRES, STANDARD ON THIS CAR ARE RATED #41 OF 42 AVAILABLE TIRES FOR THIS CAR (SEE TIRERACK.COM TESTS). KIA HAS PUT THE WORST TIRES AVAILABLE ON THEIR TOP LINE CAR! THEY HAVE ABSOLUTELY NO GRIP IN WET WEATHER. THEY MAY…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2016 Kia K900.
Safety recalls
2016 Kia K900 recalls
3 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2016 Kia K900. 3 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
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Questions
2016 Kia K900 buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2016 Kia K900 reliable?▾
Good Record. NHTSA currently shows 10 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 3 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2016 Kia K900 looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Kia K900?▾
#1: Electrical Faults (3 complaints). #2: Engine Problems (2 complaints). #3: Airbag Malfunctions (2 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2016 Kia K900?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2016 Kia K900?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2016 Kia K900, NHTSA complaints include 0 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 10 total complaints. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2016 Kia K900 have any recalls?▾
Yes. 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2016 Kia K900. A major recall area is SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE. 3 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2016 Kia K900?▾
The 2016 Kia K900 looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Electrical Faults during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Kia K900 reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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