2014 Kia Cadenza

77 serious complaints of 110, the most about engine (28) and brakes (16); 10.7× this model's usual share of all serious complaints about 2014 vehicles. 3 recalls.

What owners report

“Timing chain tensioner - I started to get a weird rattle when I started the engine. The kia dealership told me this was a pretty common noise with these engines and not to worry. At 62k miles I took it back in and said something is definitely not right. Well it was the timing chain tensioner.”

An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the engine, Jul 2019

“The contact owns a 2014 Kia Cadenza. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The ABS warning light and the check engine warning light were illuminated. The local dealer was contacted.”

An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the brakes, Dec 2023

Fixes and extended coverage

• Extended coverage REQUEST FOR REIMBURSEMENT FORM 2014 MY Cadenza Vehicles Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) Flexible Coupling Warranty Extension Program (WTY013) - If you have incurred expense to remedy this issue prior to the date of this notice, you may have the opportunity to obtain reimbursement for that… (WTY013, May 2019)
• Extended coverage Kia is extending the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage for the repairs related to the Oil Pressure Switch leaking for eligible vehicles from 5 years/60,000 miles to 15 years/150,000 miles, whichever comes first, starting from the date the vehicle was first put into service. (WTY026, Apr 2022)
• Extended coverage Under certain severe operating conditions and over time, the engine in the vehicle may develop a coolant leak from the cylinder head gasket area. WARRANTY EXTENSION CAMPAIGN: DEALER PARTS AND SERVICE MANAGER MEMO (WTY039) - This document is the announcement to the dealer Parts and Service Managers… (WTY039, May 2024)

From the manufacturer's bulletins filed with NHTSA. A dealer can look up whether a car has had the work done or is still covered.

110 owner complaints · 3 recalls (check a car's VIN for open recalls) · EPA combined: 22 mpg · NHTSA: Not rated · 2014 trims and features