NHTSA model-year recall report

2015 Kia Cadenza Recalls

2 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

Urgent NHTSA instruction

Park Outside advisory found

1 campaign carries a Park Outside instruction. Read the highlighted campaign details below and confirm applicability to your VIN immediately.

Campaign 23V652000

NHTSA campaigns

Affected systems

Urgent advisories

Sep 25, 2023

Latest campaign date

At a glance

What the record says

This model year's count is above the Kia Cadenza average of 1.8 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Visibility › Windshield, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2015 Kia Cadenza recall campaigns

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Park outside and away from structures

NHTSA campaign 23V652000

Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock / Traction Control / Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit / Module

Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.

Reported Sep 25, 2023

What is recalled

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Borrego, 2014-2016 Cadenza, 2010-2013 Forte, Forte Koup, Sportage, 2015-2018 K900, 2011-2015 Optima, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, Soul, 2012-2017 Rio, 2011-2014 Sorento, and 2010-2011 Rondo vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.

Safety consequence

An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the HECU fuse, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed November 14, 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2024 through June 18, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC284.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 22V158000

Visibility › Windshield

Manufacturer: Kia Motors America

Reported Mar 15, 2022

What is recalled

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling all 2014-2016 Cadenza vehicles. During manufacturing, the front windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach.

Safety consequence

A front windshield that detaches from a vehicle can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Kia Cadenza model years

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2015 Kia Cadenza recall questions

How many recalls does the 2015 Kia Cadenza have?

This verified dataset contains 2 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2015 Kia Cadenza. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2015 Kia Cadenza?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology