All 2016 Kia vehicles: 26 models tracked with 3479 complaints and 30 recalls. Compare safety ratings and recall history for every 2016 Kia.
The 2016 Kia lineup includes 26 models tracked in our database. Below is a comprehensive comparison of safety data including NHTSA complaints, recalls, and safety ratings for every 2016 Kia vehicle.
| # | Model | Complaints | Recalls | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kia Sorento | 1212 | 8 | ★★★★★ |
| 2 | Kia Soul | 779 | 2 | ★★★★★ |
| 3 | Kia Optima | 725 | 5 | ★★★★★ |
| 4 | Kia Sedona | 279 | 4 | ★★★★★ |
| 5 | Kia Sportage | 129 | 2 | ★★★★★ |
| 6 | Kia Forte | 128 | 1 | — |
| 7 | Kia Forte Koup | 128 | 0 | — |
| 8 | Kia Rio | 75 | 2 | ★★★★☆ |
| 9 | Kia Cadenza | 14 | 2 | — |
| 10 | Kia K900 | 10 | 3 | — |
| 11 | Kia Amanti | 0 | 0 | — |
| 12 | Kia Borrego | 0 | 1 | — |
| 13 | Kia Carnival | 0 | 0 | — |
| 14 | Kia Ev6 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 15 | Kia Ev9 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 16 | Kia K4 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 17 | Kia K5 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 18 | Kia Miami | 0 | 0 | — |
| 19 | Kia Niro | 0 | 0 | — |
| 20 | Kia Rondo | 0 | 0 | — |
| 21 | Kia Seltos | 0 | 0 | — |
| 22 | Kia Sephia | 0 | 0 | — |
| 23 | Kia Spectra | 0 | 0 | — |
| 24 | Kia Stinger | 0 | 0 | — |
| 25 | Kia Tekiar | 0 | 0 | — |
| 26 | Kia Telluride | 0 | 0 | — |
There are 30 recalls across 26 Kia models for the 2016 model year. These recalls address safety defects identified by NHTSA and the manufacturer.
The 2016 Amanti, Borrego, Cadenza have the most reported issues among 2016 Kia vehicles.
Safety varies by model. Check individual vehicle reports for NHTSA safety ratings, crash test results, and specific recall information. With 30 total recalls, some models may have significant issues to address.