CarRecallWatchThe 2015 Kia Cadenza has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 48 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 2 fires, 3 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (13 reports).
2015 Kia Cadenza recalls
Brake control module short can cause engine fire
The hydraulic electronic control unit (HECU), which runs the antilock brake and traction control system, may develop an electrical short.
Windshield May Detach, Raising Crash and Injury Risk
The front windshield on certain vehicles may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle during manufacturing, so it can come loose and detach while driving.
Most common 2015 Kia Cadenza problems
Problem areas named in the 48 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 13 |
| Electrical System | 13 |
| Unknown Or Other | 9 |
| Visibility | 5 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 |
| Structure | 3 |
| Steering | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 |
| Suspension | 2 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 2 |
What owners report
Vehicle: 2015 Kia Cadenza Issue: Open HECU Safety Recall â Fire Risk I am the owner of a 2015 Kia Cadenza with an open HECU recall related to a known fire risk. I have been experiencing a burning smell inside the cabin of the vehicle, consistent with the recall defect. Upon contacting Kia Consumer Assistance, I was advised not to drive the vehicle due to the fire risk and to have it towed to a dealer. However, after calling multiple Kia dealers in the Pittsburgh, PA area, the earliest available appointment is over one week away. Kia Consumer Assistance called dealers on my behalf and was unable to secure an earlier appointment. They said they could "Look into a potential reimbursement of $
My entire Dash went Black. I could not see speed, gas level, milage. This is an extreme Hazard! I brought the car into "Crown KIA" in Clearwater to run a Diagnostic Check for 0.5 hour at $150 and they could not find the problem. I had no money to pay for additional time! I did research on this and found that this is a common problem with KIA's no matter what year!! Just because my particular VIN # is not on the recall should not absolve KIA from their duty to provide a safe reliable car!
The bulbs had originally been replaced in 2021 at the dealer. We took the car to the dealer November 26, 2024 having noticed how dim they were around May 2024. The dealer states no problem was found, lights appear to be working normally. These are HID lights. The DS1 bulb color is white, and the composite lens color is clear. The dealer has no idea what the problem could be. Called the xenon bulb manufacturer. They believe that with the bulbs only being 4 years old and the light being bright and even white(they're rated 5K) the problem is elsewhere in the electrical system. The dealer made a similar comment about their color when the car was checked. The dealer rechecked the lights
Engine seized. 3.3L Lambda II GDI. This is the 2nd Hyundai/KIA product that the engine has seized on me. Both with bearing failure. Neither on the list of recalled engines. You need to do a more thorough investigation into Hyundai/KIAs engines. The brands share the same power trains across the entire line up for a number of years. This class of engines has been produced for YEARS along with the Theta class of engines that you already forced Hyundai/KIA to recall. This seizure has cost me THOUSANDS and additional THOUSANDS that I am unable to pay. I was forced to do a voluntary surrender of the vehicle due to this repairs! BEFORE completing the suggested maintenance totaling over 5
There are thousands of vejicles with a variant of the 3.3L V6 Lambda II GDI Hyundai/KIA class of engines on the road. There are hundreds if not thousands of complaints regarding different variants of this engine throught Hyundai/KIAs line up. All of them with seized engines. There are class action lawsuits in other countries regarding this engine. They have known since before 2015 that these engines were defective! Just like with the Theta class of engines these engines also have bad engine components. The metal that is used is subpar. These engines need to be recalled. Every owner needs a replacement engine. The little people need justice. Every day someone is affected by a Hyundai
2015 Kia Cadenza questions
Does the 2015 Kia Cadenza have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2015 Kia Cadenza: Brake control module short can cause engine fire; Windshield May Detach, Raising Crash and Injury Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Kia Cadenza?
Based on 48 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (13), Electrical System (13), Unknown Or Other (9).
How do I check if a recall on my 2015 Kia Cadenza has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.