Kia Ceed: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 30,333 Kia Ceed cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 2007 and 2026.
In a sample of 395 cars, 38.2% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, less often than average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is tyre pressure incorrect (11.9% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 3 recalls for this model; 1.1% of registered cars still have an open recall.
1.3% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 11.9% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 6.8% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 6.1% |
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 6.1% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 5.3% |
| Tyre damaged | 4.3% |
| Dipped/main beam not working (properly) | 1.5% |
| Headlight with different beam pattern incorrectly aimed | 1.5% |
| Rear fog light not working (properly) | 1.3% |
| Disc/drum brake binding | 1.3% |
Share of 395 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 5.6% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 3.5% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 30,333 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 1.1% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 1.3% |
| Used as a taxi | 0.1% |
| First registered | 2007 to 2026 |
All Kia Ceed passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-01-08 | electrical system | serious | 31,528 |
| 2023-07-27 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 778 |
| 2022-05-13 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 20 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the Kia Ceed fail the APK?
In a sample of 395 cars first registered 2012–2021, 38.2% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Kia Ceed?
The most common APK defects are: tyre pressure incorrect (11.9%), dipped beam incorrectly aimed (6.8%), tyre tread depth insufficient (6.1%).
Does the Kia Ceed have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 3 recalls. 1.1% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
Other Kia models
Picanto · Niro · Sportage · Rio · Stonic · Venga · Cee · EV3 · EV6 · Xceed · Sorento · Proceed · Soul · Carens · EV5
Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.