AI Damage2017 KIA K900: common problems
Owners of the 2017 KIA K900 filed 2 complaints with NHTSA, most often about service brakes and structure. The maker issued 30 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Owner complaints
- 2
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 30
What fails most often
- 1 Service brakes 50% of all complaints
- 2 Structure 50% of all complaints
- 3 Parking brake 50% of all complaints
- Service brakes: 1 complaints (50% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 1.
- Structure: 1 complaints (50% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 1.
- Parking brake: 1 complaints (50% of all).
Engines and transmissions
US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.
- 3.8 L · petrol · 6 cyl
- 5 L · petrol · 8 cyl
- automatic, 8-speed
Drive: RWD
Symptoms owners describe
How many of the 2 NHTSA complaints mention each symptom (automatic count from complaint text; one complaint can mention several).
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Parking brake | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 14 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Seat belts | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Backover prevention | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Lane departure | 0 | 0 | 1 |
What owners report
Short excerpts of NHTSA complaints in the original wording. These are owner statements not verified by NHTSA; personal data removed.
We were going about 5 miles an hour went to apply the brakes and the hell was rock hard and the car lunged forward at the swerve into the other lane avoid the car in front of us after this occurred all the warning lights on the dash lit up there is absolutely no indication that the brakes would fail
In addition there is an issue with the parking brake that has not been cleared or corrected. Evo warning system sends a constant error code c 1604. In addition every light lens had to be replaced due to condensation in the lens. Affects visibility. Kia corporate has been less then cooperative or helpful.
When owners complained
NHTSA complaints by filing year. The peak shows at what age the problems show up most.
Comparison
By complaint count this model year ranks 1,862 of 2,102 model years in the NHTSA data (among the 11% least complained about).
On average one model year of the K900 has 2 complaints (6 years in the data). This year has 2, about average.
What to check before buying
- Service brakes. Pedal feel, ABS operation, leaks, discs and hoses.
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
- Parking brake. Electric parking brake, codes, calipers.
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- PITSTOP
TECHNICAL OPERATIONS: EXTERNAL DAMAGE TO ULTRASONIC SENSOR: This Pitstop provides information related to Parking Distance Warning (PDW) alerts and repairs involving ultrasonic sensors. The PDW system alerts the driver…
- TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides…
- TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
SERVICE ACTION: KIA CONNECT MODEM RESET (SA611) - This bulletin outlines the procedure for resetting the modem in certain 2016-2025MY Kia vehicles listed on page 3 that are equipped with Kia Connect Services. The…
- This bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid type and fill quantity…
This bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid type and fill quantity requirement for each Kia model. A flush is required ONLY when a transmission is replaced.
- TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE - This bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid type and fill quantity requirement for each Kia model. A flush is required ONLY when a transmission…
- TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
MAINTENANCE REMINDER FEATURE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area.This bulletin provides information…
- TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
INFORMATION FOR HEADLAMP CONDENSATION AND MOISTURE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This…
- PITSTOP
FRONT RADAR SENSOR MOUNTING INSPECTION (PS704) - This pitstop provides information regarding front radar sensor alignment on 2014MY and later vehicles that may exhibit a warning light ON related to radar sensor…
- PITSTOP
CORRECT PROCEDURE FOR RAISING WINDSHIELD WIPERS - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. When servicing…
- PITSTOP - BRAKE CALIPER LEAK INSPECTION - This PITSTOP provides information related to a brake caliper…
PITSTOP - BRAKE CALIPER LEAK INSPECTION - This PITSTOP provides information related to a brake caliper fluid/oil substance found on some Kia vehicles, due to possible excess assembly oil applied during assembly.
- TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
MAINTENANCE REMINDER FEATURE - This bulletin provides information on setting the "Service Interval Reminder" feature available on most Kia vehicles. If the service interval reminder is set, the customer will be…
- TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid type and fill quantity requirement…
NHTSA lists 30 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2017 KIA K900?
Owner complaints to NHTSA most often mention: service brakes, structure, parking brake. Total complaints: 2. The most frequent symptoms in complaint texts: rollaway, parking brake (50%), warning lights, check engine (50%).
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2017 KIA K900?
NHTSA lists 30 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2017 KIA K900 from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2017 models
Read also
Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.