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2018 Kia Cadenza: problems, recalls and fuel economy
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Owners have filed 8 complaints about the 2018 Kia Cadenza with NHTSA, and it has 1 recall. We don't rate it yet: a rating needs sales figures to turn complaints into rates.
Owner complaints
8
filed with NHTSA
Recalls
1
on record
Fuel economy
23 mpg
best version, EPA combined
Fuel, 5 years
$8,870
12,000 mi a year, $3.40/gal
What owners complain about most
Engines and fuel economy
| Version | Drive | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic (S8), 6 cyl, 3.3 L | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 mpg |
Recalls
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/ModuleMar 4, 2021 · campaign 21V137000
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.
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Other years of the Kia Cadenza
| Year | Reliability |
|---|---|
| 2020 | Not rated yet |
| 2019 | Not rated yet |
| 2018 | Not rated yet |
| 2017 | Not rated yet |
| 2016 | Not rated yet |
| 2015 | Not rated yet |
Questions people ask
What problems does the 2018 Kia Cadenza have?
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA: engine & cooling (5), airbags & seat belts (1). We don't rate it yet, so this count isn't a reliability score: popular cars get more complaints.
How many recalls does the 2018 Kia Cadenza have?
1 recall on record with NHTSA.
What gas mileage does the 2018 Kia Cadenza get?
Up to 23 mpg combined (EPA), depending on the engine.