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2016 Supreme Kold King problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2016 Supreme Kold King — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 3 recall campaigns apply 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

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Crash-involved

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Fires reported

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Injuries

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Deaths

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NCAP overall

Does the 2016 Supreme Kold King have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

18V256000Body & StructureApril 20, 2018 · 404 units

Defect

Supreme Corporation (Supreme) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Supreme Kold King vehicles. The floor frame rail may detach from the cross members due to insufficient weld penetration.

Consequence

If the floor frame rail detaches from the cross members, the body may separate from the chassis, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Supreme will notify owners, and dealers will install reinforcement gussets to the floor frame, free of charge. The recall began on June 29, 2018. Owners may contact Supreme customer service at 1-844-352-4921.

18V168000OtherMarch 9, 2018 · 33,321 units

Defect

Supreme Corporation (Supreme) is recalling certain 2003-2018 Supreme Signature Van, Iner-City, Kold King, and Service Body trucks, equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf

Consequence

In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Supreme will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde to get a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on May 7, 2018. Owners may contact Supreme customer service at 1-800-352-4921 or Kidde customer service at 1-855-262-3540 or they may also visit www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information.

17V369000LightingJune 8, 2017 · 11,414 units

Defect

Supreme Corporation (Supreme) is recalling certain 2007-2017 Signature Van and Kold King vehicles equipped with oval taillights installed in the rear corner posts. The affected vehicles have rear reflex reflectors that may have been mounted more than 60 inches above the road surface. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Consequence

A reflector that is mounted too high may not be effectively illuminated by headlights at night, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Supreme will notify owners, and will provide new rear reflex reflectors for any vehicle whose existing reflector height exceeds 60 inches, free of charge. The recall began on August 8, 2017. Owners may contact Supreme customer service at 1-800-642-4889.

2016 Supreme Kold King — common questions

Is the 2016 Supreme Kold King reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2016 Supreme Kold King have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2016 Supreme Kold King. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

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.