Safety Recall NHTSA · 16V210000 Reported April 12, 2016

Headlights may flicker or turn off

Kia America, Inc. · Exterior Lighting · 3,099 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
16V210000
Manufacturer Campaign
SC130
Manufacturer
Component
Exterior Lighting
Vehicles Affected
3,099
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
April 12, 2016
Completion Rate
88.09

Defect Summary

Kia motors america (kia) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 k900 vehicles manufactured december 18, 2013 to january 11, 2016 and equipped with led headlights. in the affected vehicles, when using the multi-function light switch in "auto" mode, electrical resistance may build in the switch and result in the headlights flickering or turning off when driving.

Safety Consequence

Loss of headlight illumination may reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

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.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Kia America, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 16V210000 or campaign SC130.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 16V210000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 16V210000?

NHTSA recall 16V210000 was issued by Kia America, Inc. on April 12, 2016. It addresses: Headlights may flicker or turn off. The recall affects approximately 3,099 vehicles, with the defect involving the Exterior Lighting component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Kia America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V210000 or the manufacturer campaign number SC130. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.