Kia K900 (2016) recall: Headlights may flicker or turn off in AUTO mode
Kia is recalling certain 2015-2016 K900 models with LED headlights that may flicker or turn off when using the multi-function light switch in AUTO mode. Owners should contact Kia customer service for a free replacement of the switch.
Use caution until it’s fixed
Loss of headlight illumination may reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
What happened, in plain English
Kia is recalling some 2015-2016 K900 vehicles with LED headlights that may flicker or turn off while driving in AUTO mode. This could reduce visibility and increase crash risk. Owners should get the multi-function switch replaced at no cost. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1227200-kia-k900-2016-recall-headlights-may-flicker-or-turn-off.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1227200-kia-k900-2016-recall-headlights-may-flicker-or-turn-off · Updated October 8, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #16V210000
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“Kia K900 (2016) recall: Headlights may flicker or turn off in AUTO mode.” GovInfoNow, updated October 8, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1227200-kia-k900-2016-recall-headlights-may-flicker-or-turn-off. Based on NHTSA recall #16V210000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=16V210000).
Why it’s dangerous
When the multi-function light switch is set to AUTO mode, electrical resistance can build in the switch. This causes the headlights to flicker or turn off while driving, reducing visibility and increasing crash risk.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2015-2016 K900 vehicles with LED headlights manufactured between December 18, 2013 and January 11, 2016 are affected. Drivers using the multi-function switch in AUTO mode are most at risk of reduced visibility.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your K900 has LED headlights and was manufactured between December 18, 2013 and January 11, 2016. The recall applies to vehicles with the multi-function switch in AUTO mode.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Kia Customer Service
Call 1-800-333-4542 to schedule a free replacement of the multi-function switch.
What NHTSA says to do
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.
How this recall unfolded
Recall timeline
2 dated steps over 7 months.
- Recall began
- NHTSA received the defect report
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #16V210000 (December 4, 2016)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 8, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
- GovInfoNow is an independent service and is not a government agency. We republish official NHTSA recall data; we don’t issue, amend or administer recalls.