NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2019 Kia K900 Safety Record
The 2019 Kia K900 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 1 recall and 2 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2019 Kia K900 has not been subjected to federal crash testing. This means it carries no NHTSA star ratings and thus no Safety Index score can be computed. The absence of these common metrics should not be interpreted as an indication of safety or lack thereof; rather, it reflects a gap in the published government data for this specific model year. On record are one recall campaign and two unverified owner complaints, a light burden by most measures.
The 2019 Kia K900 was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries one recall campaign, and falls in a Light recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 2 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 Kia K900?
The 2019 Kia K900's federal safety record is defined by its Light burden band, reflecting low recall activity and owner complaints. A single recall addresses turbocharger hose and plumbing integrity on the 3.3-liter turbo engine, shared with 2019-2020 K900 and some Stinger models. Two owner complaints are on file across four component categories, none involving a reported crash, fire, injury, or fatality. No NHTSA crash-test data is available for this model year.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 Kia K900 have any recalls?
The 2019 Kia K900 is covered by one recall campaign targeting the engine and engine cooling system, specifically the hoses and plumbing associated with the 3.3-liter turbo gasoline direct-injection engine's turbocharger or supercharger. No park-outside or do-not-drive advisory appears in the data provided for this campaign. Owners should verify remedy status for their specific VIN at nhtsa.gov.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER:HOSES/PLUMBING24V169000
Risk: An oil leak in the presence of hot engine components can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire while driving.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left turbocharger oil feed pipe and hose assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 26, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC300.
Reported 2024-03-01
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 Kia K900?
Two owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for the 2019 Kia K900, touching four components: the Electrical System, Exterior Lighting, the Engine, and the Power Train. These are unverified consumer allegations and have not been confirmed as defects by NHTSA or Kia.
2 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 Kia K900?
The 2019 Kia K900 carries a significant advisory: a recall concerning the turbocharger hose. Prospective owners should verify the repair status of any specific unit by checking its VIN on nhtsa.gov, as unresolved recalls remain with the vehicle.
- NHTSA assigned no crash-test stars to the 2019 Kia K900; this model year was not tested, so no Safety Index or star rating of any kind exists in the federal record.
- One recall covers the 2019 K900's 3.3-liter turbo engine hose and plumbing system; owners should verify by VIN at nhtsa.gov whether the remedy has been completed on their specific vehicle.
- Only two owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for this model year, spanning the Electrical System, Exterior Lighting, Engine, and Power Train; all are unverified allegations with zero reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths.
- No NHTSA-tested sibling model years exist in the data we cover for the K900, meaning there is no adjacent federal crash score available to use as a reference point for this generation.
FAQ2019 Kia K900 safety questions
Was the 2019 Kia K900 crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 1 recall and 2 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 Kia K900 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2019 Kia K900. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 Kia K900?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 2 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 Kia K900. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Kia K900 2019.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.