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2018 Kia Cadenza Recalls

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

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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 21V137000

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NHTSA campaigns

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Affected systems

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Urgent advisories

Mar 4, 2021

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What the record says

This model year's count is below 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 Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock / Traction Control / Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit / Module, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2018 Kia Cadenza recall campaigns

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Park outside and away from structures

NHTSA campaign 21V137000

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

Manufacturer: Kia Motors America

Reported Mar 4, 2021

What is recalled

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Sportage and Cadenza vehicles. The electrical circuit in the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may short-circuit, which can cause a fire in the engine compartment.

Safety consequence

An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace certain fuses in the electrical junction box. Vehicles equipped with an electronic parking brake (EPB) will also receive a HECU software update. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on April 30, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC206.

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

Campaign details

Other Kia Cadenza model years

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2018 Kia Cadenza recall questions

How many recalls does the 2018 Kia Cadenza have?

This verified dataset contains 1 NHTSA campaign associated with the 2018 Kia Cadenza. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2018 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