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2020 Kia Cadenza recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

1 recall found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2020 Kia Cadenza. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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2020 Kia Cadenza recalls, newest first

January 21, 2022NHTSA 22V022000451 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › Software

Summary
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2020 Cadenza vehicles. The rear power windows can be operated by the driver's power window main switch after the ignition has been turned off and a front door is opened. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 118, "Power-Operated Window Systems."
Consequence
Rear power windows that operate unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will update the Driver Door Module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 8, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC225.
Components
Electrical system › Software; Visibility › Power window devices and controls

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 2020 Kia Cadenza were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

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Other 2020 Kia models

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Questions

Does the 2020 Kia Cadenza have any recalls?
1 recall found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: electrical system, visibility. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2020 Kia Cadenza recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Kia dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2020 Kia Cadenza?
0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.