NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2020 Kia K900 Safety Record
The 2020 Kia K900 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 1 recall and 0 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2020 Kia K900 has no star ratings of any kind, as NHTSA has not crash-tested this model year. Its federal record shows a single recall campaign and zero owner complaints logged with the agency. This data is informative, but the absence of crash-test results means no safety conclusion can be drawn.
The 2020 Kia K900 was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries one recall campaign, and falls in the 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 | 0 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2020 Kia K900?
For the 2020 Kia K900, the federal complaint database is entirely empty. This absence of owner complaints is notable, especially for a vehicle now six years old. However, it may equally reflect low sales volume for this luxury sedan as it does an untroubled service life. Only one recall campaign has been issued for the 2020 K900, addressing turbocharger hose and plumbing integrity on the 3.3-liter turbo engine; this recall also affects the 2019 K900 and specific model years of the Stinger. No crash-test data for the 2020 K900 is available from NHTSA, nor are there any adjacent model years with published results to provide a reference point for its crashworthiness.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2020 Kia K900 have any recalls?
The 2020 K900 is covered by one recall targeting the engine and engine cooling system, specifically turbocharger hoses and plumbing on vehicles equipped with the 3.3-liter turbo gasoline direct-injection engine. NHTSA has issued no park-outside or do-not-drive advisory tied to this campaign in the data provided. Owners should verify their specific VIN at nhtsa.gov to confirm whether this recall has been completed.
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 2020 Kia K900?
NHTSA has received zero owner complaints for the 2020 Kia K900, meaning there are no reported incidents, no alleged crashes, no alleged fires, no alleged injuries, and no alleged deaths on file. There are no top complaint components to report. All NHTSA complaint data represents unverified consumer allegations.
0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2020 Kia K900?
A critical safety advisory for the 2020 K900 concerns the turbocharger hose. Prospective owners should verify recall completion via NHTSA's VIN lookup tool. This open recall is the seller's responsibility to address prior to sale.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2020 Kia K900, so no star ratings or Safety Index score of any kind exists for this model year.
- One recall affects the 2020 K900, covering turbocharger hose and plumbing components on the 3.3-liter turbo engine, a campaign that also covers the 2019 K900 and select Stinger years.
- Zero owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2020 K900, leaving no reported crash, fire, injury, or death allegations on record, though all NHTSA complaints are unverified consumer allegations.
- Prospective buyers should run the specific vehicle VIN through nhtsa.gov to determine whether the single recall campaign has been remedied before taking ownership.
FAQ2020 Kia K900 safety questions
Was the 2020 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 0 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2020 Kia K900 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2020 Kia K900. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2020 Kia K900?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 0 owner complaints are on file for the 2020 Kia K900. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Kia K900 2020.
- 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.