Kia recalls 2014-2016 Cadenza vehicles with potentially detachable front windshields to prevent crash risks.
A front windshield that detaches from a vehicle can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Kia is recalling 2014-2016 Cadenza vehicles because the front windshield may detach during normal use. This could increase crash risk or injury potential if the windshield separates while driving. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1227207-kia-cadenza-2014-2016-windshield-detachment-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1227207-kia-cadenza-2014-2016-windshield-detachment-risk · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #22V158000
“Kia Cadenza 2014-2016: Windshield Detachment Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1227207-kia-cadenza-2014-2016-windshield-detachment-risk. Based on NHTSA recall 22V158000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=22V158000).
During manufacturing, the front windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle. This can cause the windshield to detach while driving, potentially increasing crash risk or injury potential.
Owners of 2014-2016 Kia Cadenza vehicles are affected. Drivers and passengers are at risk if the windshield detaches while driving.
Check if your vehicle is a 2014-2016 Kia Cadenza. The recall was announced in May 2022 with owner notification letters mailed that month.
Dealers will inspect the front windshield glass for proper bonding. If necessary, they will remove and reinstall it at no cost.
Dealers will inspect the front windshield glass. If necessary, the windshield will be removed and reinstalled. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 13, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC232.
The front windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle during manufacturing, allowing it to detach while driving.
Your vehicle is affected if it's a 2014-2016 Kia Cadenza. Owner notification letters were mailed in May 2022.
Contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542 to schedule a free inspection and repair if needed.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Kia to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 22V158000 — Kia Kia Hello, I own a Kia that is covered by recall 22V158000 from Kia. The official recall notice states: Dealers will inspect the front windshield glass. If necessary, the windshield will be removed and reinstalled. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 13, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC232. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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