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2020 Kia K900 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2020 Kia K900 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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NHTSA complaints

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Recalls

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Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2020 compare to other K900 years?

K900 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2020 highlighted79 complaints2015: 79 complaints2016: 14 complaints2017: 3 complaints2018: 0 complaints2019: 4 complaints2020: 0 complaints
K900 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2020 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2020 Kia K900 have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

24V169000EngineMarch 1, 2024 · 36,248 units

Defect

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2019-2020 K900, and 2018-2023 Stinger vehicles equipped with a 3.3-liter turbo gasoline direct injection engine. The left turbocharger oil feed pipe and hose assembly may deteriorate and leak oil.

Consequence

An oil leak in the presence of hot engine components can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire while driving.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the left turbocharger oil feed pipe and hose assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 26, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC300.

2020 Kia K900 — common questions

Is the 2020 Kia K900 reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2020 Kia K900 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2020 Kia K900. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Kia K900 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the K900 years to avoid are 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018. The cleanest record among K900 years belongs to 2020.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.