2014 Kia Cadenza Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2014 Kia Cadenza.
Worst 2014 Kia Cadenza Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine Problems
Hydraulic Brakes
Electrical Faults
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2014 Kia Cadenza.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 27 | — | 1 | 58,149 mi | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 16 | — | — | 45,750 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 13 | — | 2 | 31,368 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 11 | — | — | 66,883 mi | |
| Brakes | 8 | — | — | 46,255 mi | |
| Visibility | 8 | — | — | 68,600 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 7 | — | — | 40,520 mi | |
| Body Structure | 6 | 1 | — | 30,962 mi | |
| Fuel System | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Airbags | 3 | 2 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Sunroof/Moonroof | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Windshield | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System:Throttlebody/Manifold | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure: Assist | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Column | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Frame And Members | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Interior Panels:Dashboard | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tires:Sidewall | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2014 Kia Cadenza
3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~1,763,661 vehicles.
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.
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.
Kia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2014 Cadenza vehicles manufactured February 1, 2013, through August 27, 2013, and equipped with 19" non-chrome aluminum wheels. The wheels on the affected vehicles may fracture from impacts such as large, deep potholes.
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2014 Kia Cadenza — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Kia Cadenza reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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