2011 KIA SEDONA

6 recalls, 88 complaints - 113 TSBs

20V101000 Feb 21, 2020
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Defect Description
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Sedona vehicles. The fuel rail may crack from exposure to heat generated within the engine compartment, resulting in a fuel leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak increases the risk of fire.
Remedy
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began June 16, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC188.
51,465 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Kia Motors America
18V363000 Jun 1, 2018
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE
Defect Description
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Kia Forte, Forte Koup, 2011-2013 Kia Optima and 2011-2012 Kia Optima Hybrid and Sedona vehicles. In the event of a crash, the air bag control unit (ACU) may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags and seat belt pretensioners from deploy... Read more
Consequence
If the frontal air bags and seat belt pretensioners are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.
Remedy
Kia will notify owners. For model year 2011 Sedona vehicles, Kia will instruct dealers to verify the ACU part number and, if necessary, install an extension wire harness kit between the ACU Connector and the Vehicle Harness Connector. For all other affected vehicles, Kia will instruct dealers to in... Read more
507,587 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Kia Motors America
16V387000 Jun 1, 2016
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
Defect Description
Kia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2006-2012 Kia Sedona vehicles manufactured from June 15, 2005, through August 14, 2012 and originally sold in, or currently registered in Alaska, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachuse... Read more
Consequence
A broken control arm can result in the loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Kia will notify owners and dealers will replace the front lower control arms on 2006-2007 models. 2008-2012 models will either have their front lower control arms replaced or additional anti-corrosion coating will be applied. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on Jul... Read more
97,884 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Kia Motors America
16V389000 Jun 1, 2016
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
Defect Description
Kia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Kia Sedona vehicles manufactured from June 15, 2005, through April 04, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the secondary hood latch may bind and remain in the unlatched position when the hood is closed.
Consequence
If the primary latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood could unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Kia will notify owners and dealers will replace the secondary hood latch or clean and lubricate the latch, depending on the vehicle's location and the condition of the latch. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on July 27, 2016. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-454... Read more
219,800 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Kia Motors America
13V550000 Nov 5, 2013
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
Defect Description
Kia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2006-2012 Kia Sedona vehicles manufactured from June 15, 2005, through August 14, 2012 originally sold in, or currently registered in Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, New Hampshire, New York, Pennsylvania, Vermont, Wisconsin, Connecticut... Read more
Consequence
A broken control arm can result in the loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Kia will notify owners and dealers will inspect the degree of corrosion of the front lower control arms, and will either rustproof or replace them, free of charge. The recall began on December 20, 2013. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's recall number is SC100.
79,867 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Kia Motors Corporation
13V114000 Apr 1, 2013
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Defect Description
Kia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Rondo, model year 2007-2011 Sedona, Sorento and Sportage, model year 2010-2011 Soul, model year 2008-2011 Optima, model year 2010 Forte, model year 2007-2009 Amanti, and model year 2009 Borrego vehicles. Originally, in April 201... Read more
Consequence
Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'ON' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved out of PARK without first applying the brake. This may lead... Read more
Remedy
Kia will send an interim notification to owners in May 2013. When parts are available, owners will receive a second notification and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's recall campaign number is SC098.
980,377 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Kia Motors Corporation

Complaint Statistics

88 total complaints 3 crashes 2 fires 2 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
ENGINE16
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM11
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM10
STRUCTURE:BODY6
SUSPENSION6
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL5
UNKNOWN OR OTHER5
POWER TRAIN5
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING3
SERVICE BRAKES3
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jul 7, 2026
Incident date: Sep 17, 2025
My fuel rail assembly in my 2011 kia sedona is cracked and leaking causing a gas smell. I'm confused why only some of the kias from 2011 got recalled when it seems like a lot more have this issue.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jun 11, 2026
Incident date: May 20, 2026
My vehicle was parked in the driveway with a car cover over it and it caught on fire. The fire appeared to have started by the driver side headlight area and quickly ignited and burnt the whole front end of the car. The fire department showed up to put the fire out and they did not see any foul play... Read more
Fire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jun 11, 2026
Incident date: Jun 11, 2026
I was driving my 2024 Bronco Sport, my car started stalling, power was being lost, got stuck on railroad tracks, lights on dash board of icons appeared & engine was shutting down mid drive with no warning or issues. 13,500 miles on the car
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 19, 2026
Incident date: Mar 23, 2026
Vehicle: 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S Dealer: Larry H Miller Colorado Jeep, Aurora, CO DESCRIPTION OF PROBLEM: My 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S has exhibited recurring charging and electrical system failures since taking delivery. The vehicle is advertised by Jeep as supporting Level 3 (DC fast) charging, with an ... Read more
ENGINE Apr 19, 2026
Incident date: Mar 23, 2026
After completion of recall repair, changing oil weight from 0w20 to 0w40, I encountered loud squealing and knocking sounds from the engine bay. As catastrophic failure has been reported the vehicle was immediately taken to the closest GM dealership, Southern Chevrolet of Chesapeake, VA.
POWER TRAIN Apr 19, 2026
Incident date: Mar 23, 2026
Lost power. System said to pull over immediately. Error code P0A43.
POWER TRAIN Jul 16, 2025
Incident date: Jul 11, 2025
We bought a 2019 F-150 Limited 4x4 last year and we have experienced in the last couple of months we started to experience the truck to skip the shifting on the 10 gear transmission. it skips the gear 2 to 3 and then at 6 to 7, you can experience the pulling on the transmission. it is starting to fe... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Jan 29, 2024
Incident date: Dec 14, 2023
A little over two weeks ago we took our 2019 Honda CRV to the dealership because all the indicator lights were lighting up on the dashboard. It started as I was sitting in the car with the car idling as I waited for my husband to come out of the store. We took a short video of what it was doing. ... Read more
ENGINE Jan 29, 2024
Incident date: Dec 14, 2023
A little over two weeks ago we took our 2019 Honda CRV to the dealership because all the indicator lights were lighting up on the dashboard. It started as I was sitting in the car with the car idling as I waited for my husband to come out of the store. We took a short video of what it was doing. ... Read more
AIR BAGS Jan 29, 2024
Incident date: Dec 14, 2023
The contact owns a 2014 Buick Enclave. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufa... Read more
STEERING Jan 6, 2024
Incident date: Jan 6, 2024
When driving vehicle at highway speeds the steering wheel appears to lock and requires forceful correction to keep car going straight. Also around curves vehicle wants to keep going the way the wheels are pointed takes forceful effort to straighten.
ENGINE Jan 6, 2024
Incident date: Jan 6, 2024
This acura has always hesitated when pressing the gas. I told my technician two years ago and he claimed to do some type of electronic update. To find out the cause was really the engine/engine shaft is unacceptable. I want my money back on the purchase of a new lemon immediately. What do I need... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jan 6, 2024
Incident date: Jan 6, 2024
I reached out to a local dealership to trade in my car. Upon getting there, they told me that I am in need of new tires. The car has only been driven 25k miles and they stated that new tires are needed. I have gone to this dealership prior and not once have they stated otherwise indicating or checki... Read more
ENGINE Aug 5, 2023
Incident date: Jul 31, 2023
I was driving down the highway and my car simply stopped moving, pressed on the gas and nothing. Had it towed and the dealership said it was the fuel pump power control module which there was a recall on but I never received it. I was in a very dangerous situation and I am not happy.
SERVICE BRAKES Jan 14, 2023
Incident date: Jul 2, 2022
brake line is leaking, brakes became almost completely unresponsive while driving and was nearly in a serious accident because of it
ENGINE Jan 14, 2023
Incident date: Jul 2, 2022
This 2015 Kia Soul has recalls for oil leaks but VIN has not been recalled. In 2020 check engine light was flashing and then stayed on. I drove to dealer it was bought. Kia Pride dealer on the Lynnway in Lynn, MA. said it was a knock sensor problem and needed repair. After, about six months later, c... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY Oct 31, 2022
Incident date: Oct 31, 2022
Right passenger slide door on minivan opened while my son was in the car and would not close. There is a recall on this and extended 15 year warranty but Kia wouldn’t honor the electronic controller that burnt out but warranted the motor. Passenger can fall out or something can hurt them. Kia deal... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Oct 31, 2022
Incident date: Oct 31, 2022
Right passenger slide door on minivan opened while my son was in the car and would not close. There is a recall on this and extended 15 year warranty but Kia wouldn’t honor the electronic controller that burnt out but warranted the motor. Passenger can fall out or something can hurt them. Kia deal... Read more
SUSPENSION Oct 28, 2022
Incident date: Jul 2, 2022
The contact owns a 2011 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving approximately 40 MPH, she heard a loud squealing sound coming from the front tires. The contact stated her daughter pulled off the road into a parking and heard a loud crack. The contact stated that her daught... Read more
ENGINE Sep 2, 2020
Incident date: Aug 19, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 KIA SEDONA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE LOSS MOTIVE POWER AND SHUTOFF WITH THE ABS, BATTERY, BRAKES AND CHECK-ENGINE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ALTERNATOR WAS NOT CHAR... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR Sep 2, 2020
Incident date: Aug 19, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 KIA SEDONA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE LOSS MOTIVE POWER AND SHUTOFF WITH THE ABS, BATTERY, BRAKES AND CHECK-ENGINE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ALTERNATOR WAS NOT CHAR... Read more
ENGINE Aug 24, 2020
Incident date: Aug 24, 2020
EXCESSIVE NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT, MOST NOTABLY ON COLD START OR STARTING A FEW HOURS APART. THE OIL CHANGED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURERS RECOMMENDATION, NEVER THE LESS THE OIL PRESSURE SWITCH BLEW TWICE AND WAS CHANGED WITH DEALER PART EACH TIME. THE LAST TIME IT WAS CHANGE... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Jul 10, 2020
Incident date: Jul 10, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 KIA SEDONA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V101000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER HAD EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPA... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Jul 9, 2020
Incident date: Jun 16, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 KIA SEDONA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V101000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT REACHED OUT MATT TAYLOR KIA (2784 N COLUMBUS ST, LANCASTER, OH 43130, 740-212-1526). THE CONT... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jul 1, 2020
Incident date: Jun 30, 2020
WHEN YESTERDAY JUNE 30TH 2020 THE BRAKE LIGHT AND THE BATTERY LIGHT CAME ON I DIDN'T QUITE UNDERSTAND WHY THIS WAS BECAUSE I HAD NEVER APPLIED THE EMERGENCY BRAKE I HAD THE BATTERY CHECK OIL ALL FLUIDS AND THEY SAID THAT EVERYTHING WAS GOOD THAT IT COULD HAVE BEEN A RECALL WITH THE BRAKE LIGHT ALSO ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jul 1, 2020
Incident date: Jun 30, 2020
WHEN YESTERDAY JUNE 30TH 2020 THE BRAKE LIGHT AND THE BATTERY LIGHT CAME ON I DIDN'T QUITE UNDERSTAND WHY THIS WAS BECAUSE I HAD NEVER APPLIED THE EMERGENCY BRAKE I HAD THE BATTERY CHECK OIL ALL FLUIDS AND THEY SAID THAT EVERYTHING WAS GOOD THAT IT COULD HAVE BEEN A RECALL WITH THE BRAKE LIGHT ALSO ... Read more
ENGINE Jun 2, 2020
Incident date: May 21, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 KIA SEDONA. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE HIS SON WAS DRIVING 60 MPH, WHEN THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO DECELERATE. THE DRIVER WAS ABLE TO PARK ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE CONTACT STATED CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE DRIVER STATED HE SAW SMOKE COMING FROM ENGINE. TH... Read more
Fire
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE May 26, 2020
Incident date: Apr 7, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 KIA SEDONA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL ODOR IN THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO VALLEY AUTO SALES (1697 N. MAIN ST. HWY 27, LAFAYETTE, GA 30728) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED BUT UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT ... Read more
ENGINE Apr 22, 2020
Incident date: Feb 9, 2020
I NOTICED A LEAK COMING FROM MY VAN. WASN'T TOO SURE WHAT IT WAS. THEN ON FEB 9 , I WAS DRIVING DOWN I40 AND MY VAN STARTED SMOKING AND EVERYTHING LOCKED ON ME.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Feb 27, 2020
Incident date: Feb 19, 2020
STARTING ABOUT FEB 10, 2020, A RAW GASOLINE SMELL WAS NOTICED WHEN MY 2011 KIA SEDONA LX VEHICLE STOPPED AT STOP LIGHTS OR WHEN ENGINE TURNED OFF AFTER RETURNING HOME. SMELL DISSIPATED AFTER SEVERAL MINUTES WITH ENGINE OFF. RAW GASOLINE SMELL GOT PROGRESSIVELY WORSE WHENEVER CAR ENGINE WAS RUNNING... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Jan 29, 2020
Incident date: Jan 28, 2020
CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON WHEN I STARTED THE CAR IN THE MORNING, AND THE GAS DOOR WOULD NOT OPEN. WENT TO DEALERSHIP FOR SERVICE . THEY FOUND #1 FUEL CANISTER/CANISTER CLOSE THE VALVE HAS A POSSIBLE CRACK AND #2 FUEL DOOR BUTTON AND ACTUATOR NEEDS TO BE REPLACED . THEY POPPED THE GAS DOOR OPEN SO... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Dec 1, 2019
Incident date: Nov 3, 2019
VEHICLE KEEPS LOSING ALL POWER WHILE DRIVING. THIS LAST TIME IT HAPPENED WHEN I WAS TURNING ONTO A BUSY STREET! THE FIRST TIME THE MECHANIC REPLACED THE ALTERNATOR. THAT LASTED 3 DAYS. THE MECHANIC THOUGHT IT WAS A DEFECTIVE PART SO HE REPLACED IT. THAT LASTED ANOTHER THREE DAYS UNTIL WE LOST ALL PO... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Oct 25, 2019
Incident date: May 7, 2019
WHILE DRIVING VAN, SMELLED FUEL. WENT INTO A STORE AND LATER RETURNED TO DRIVE VEHICLE HOME AND VAN HEAVILY SMELLED OF FUEL. WHEN I CHECKED THE ENGINE AFTER RETURNING HOME , FUEL WAS RAINING FROM THE FUEL INJECTOR RAIL. IMMEDIATELY BROUGHT THE VAN TO A MECHANIC WHO INFORMED US THE FUEL RAIL ROD HAD ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Sep 4, 2019
Incident date: Mar 12, 2019
FUEL SYSTEMS IS UNSAFE
SUSPENSION Jul 11, 2019
Incident date: May 27, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 KIA SEDONA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 16V387000 (SUSPENSION) AND 18V363000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT CALLED KIA AUTOSPORT PENSACOLA AT 888-320-3890 (LOCATED AT 6637 PENSACOLA BLVD, PENSACOLA, FL 32505) AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE PARTS WERE ... Read more
AIR BAGS Jul 11, 2019
Incident date: May 27, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 KIA SEDONA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 16V387000 (SUSPENSION) AND 18V363000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT CALLED KIA AUTOSPORT PENSACOLA AT 888-320-3890 (LOCATED AT 6637 PENSACOLA BLVD, PENSACOLA, FL 32505) AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE PARTS WERE ... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY Jul 3, 2019
Incident date: Jul 4, 2018
THE DOORS WILL NOT LATCH AND RANDOMLY OPEN WHILE DRIVING! THIS IS A SEVERE SAFETY HAZARD AS MY KIDS ARE PASSENGERS IN THE VAN.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Apr 9, 2019
Incident date: Apr 5, 2019
I WAS DRIVING ON INTERSTATE 40 WEST WHEN NY WIFE & I SMELLED GAS COMING THROUGH THE AIR VENTS. AFTER GETTING TO GREENSBORO, NC, DISCOVERED THAT WE HAD A GAS LEAK IN IN FRONT FUEL ROD. AFTER CHECKING ONLINE I DISCOVERED THAT WE WERE NOT THE ONLY KIA SEDONA OWNERS THAT ARE HAVING THIS SAME ISSUE. THE... Read more
POWER TRAIN Mar 27, 2019
Incident date: Mar 27, 2019
WHILE VEHICLE IS IN DRIVE, ONCE BRAKES ARE APPLIED, IT RANDOMLY REFUSES TO MOVE INTO PARK. MUST KEEP FOOT ON BRAKE WHILE FIGHTING WITH VEHICLE TO TRY TO GET IT INTO PARK. THIS HAPPENS FREQUENTLY BUT RANDOMLY. IT WOULD BE EASY TO RUN OVER A PERSON OR OBJECT IN FRONT OF THE CAR WHILE FIGHTING THE... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Mar 27, 2019
Incident date: Mar 27, 2019
WHILE VEHICLE IS IN DRIVE, ONCE BRAKES ARE APPLIED, IT RANDOMLY REFUSES TO MOVE INTO PARK. MUST KEEP FOOT ON BRAKE WHILE FIGHTING WITH VEHICLE TO TRY TO GET IT INTO PARK. THIS HAPPENS FREQUENTLY BUT RANDOMLY. IT WOULD BE EASY TO RUN OVER A PERSON OR OBJECT IN FRONT OF THE CAR WHILE FIGHTING THE... Read more
ENGINE Feb 2, 2019
Incident date: Feb 1, 2019
AT 109K MILES, THE ENGINE STARTED MAKING A KNOCKING SOUND. THE MECHANIC DIAGNOSED A WORN OUT ROD BEARING, AND STATED THE ENGINE WOULD LIKELY FAIL IN THE NEAR FUTURE. COMPLETE ENGINE FAILURE HAPPENED WITHIN 24 HOURS OF DIAGNOSIS, APPROXIMATELY 48 HOURS AFTER KNOCKING SOUNDS WERE FIRST DETECTED. ENGIN... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jan 25, 2019
Incident date: Jan 22, 2019
ANY TIME THERE IS BUDDLE OF WATER ON THE ROAD AT LOW SPEED UNDER 15 I LOST CONTROL OF STEERING AND POWER YOU CAN'T TURN THE STEERING AND HAS POWER WARNING ON THE DASH SOMETIME ON CAR WASH I HAVE TO PUSH GAS TO GET POWER ON AGAIN
STEERING Jan 25, 2019
Incident date: Jan 22, 2019
ANY TIME THERE IS BUDDLE OF WATER ON THE ROAD AT LOW SPEED UNDER 15 I LOST CONTROL OF STEERING AND POWER YOU CAN'T TURN THE STEERING AND HAS POWER WARNING ON THE DASH SOMETIME ON CAR WASH I HAVE TO PUSH GAS TO GET POWER ON AGAIN
ENGINE Jan 17, 2019
Incident date: Jan 2, 2019
VEHICLE MOTOR SEIZED AND STOPPED WHILE DRIVING DUE TO LOW OIL PRESSURE. MAIN OIL SEAL UNDER ENGINE FAILED SPILLING OIL ON STREET.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Oct 14, 2018
Incident date: Apr 12, 2018
THERE WAS AN INTERMITTENT GAS SMELL COMING THROUGH AIR VENTS. THERE WAS NO VISIBLE INDICATION OF FUEL LEAKAGE. THE SOURCE WAS A CRACKED FUEL RAIL. THE PROBLEM WAS FOUND AND REPAIRED BY THE DEALER. THE ENGINE AND RUNNING GEAR WERE STILL UNDER WARRANTEE BUT THE RAIL WAS NOT INCLUDED.
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) Oct 11, 2018
Incident date: Oct 8, 2018
THIS VEHICLE HAD A RECALL FOR THE STOP LAMP SWITCH, NHTSA 13V114000, THE UNIT WAS REPLACED IN DECEMBER OF 2014 AND HAS FAILED AGAIN. DEALERSHIP IS CHARGING US TO REPLACE THE PART EVEN THOUGH IT'S FAILED AFTER ONLY 22 MONTHS.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Oct 10, 2018
Incident date: Oct 9, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 KIA SEDONA. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO COMMUNITY KIA OF BLOOMINGTON (2200 S WALNUT ST, BLOOMINGTON, IN 47401), BUT THE FAILURE COULD NOT BE DUPLICATED. THE ... Read more
ENGINE Sep 27, 2018
Incident date: Sep 23, 2018
I HAVE A 2011 KIA SEDONA . WHEN I GO AND CRANK THIS VAN I GET THE SMELL OF GASOLINE SO STRONG THROUGHOUT MY VAN. YOU CANNOT STAND TO DRIVE IT. IT DOESN'T MATTER IF YOUR SITTING STILL OR DRIVING. THE SMELL IS OVER WHELMING AND MAKES YOU SICK TO YOUR STOMACH AND CAUSES A HEADACHE FROM FROM THE SMELL.... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Sep 21, 2018
Incident date: Sep 9, 2018
WHILE DRIVING A STRONG FUEL SMELL WAS COMING THROUGH THE VENTS. TOOK TO DEALER THEY SAID NO LEAK - INSTEAD TRIED TO SOLVE THE FUMES BY CLEANING AC VENTS. DROVE IT HOME AND THE FUEL SMELL IS STILL QUITE STRONG. HAD ANOTHER PERSON LOOK AT IT WHILE THE CAR WAS RUNNING AFTER WE DROVE IT AROUND THE BLO... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Sep 3, 2018
Incident date: Sep 1, 2018
THE FUEL INJECTOR RAIL UNDER THE INTAKE MANIFOLD HAS CRACKED BETWEEN THE FIRST AND SECOND INJECTORS (AS COUNTING FROM THE SERPENTINE BELT SIDE OF ENGINE). MY WIFE AND I NOTICED THIS ON SEPTEMBER 1ST, 2018 BECAUSE OF A STRONG GAS SMELL AFTER OUR VAN WAS PARKED. I REMOVED THE INTAKE MANIFOLD THINKING ... Read more

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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2011 KIA SEDONA

2011 Kia Sedona VAN FWD

CategoryRating
Rollover 4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Rollover Risk 13.6%

Safety Technology

FeatureStatus
Electronic Stability ControlStandard
Forward Collision WarningNo
Lane Departure WarningNo

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

EPA Fuel Economy, 2011 KIA SEDONA

Trim / Engine City MPG Highway MPG Combined MPG Fuel Type Annual Fuel Cost
3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic 6-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) 18.0 24.0 21.0 Regular $2,950

CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Minivan - 2WD)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2011 KIA SEDONA

113 manufacturer communications from 68 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM15
350000 EQUIPMENT10
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL8
060000 ENGINE (PWS)8
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)8
100000 POWER TRAIN8
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES7
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE5
CS2308_TSB_R5 Mar 15, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: ANTI-THEFT S/W LOGICUPGRADE & DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2308) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black
CS2308_TSB_R5 Mar 15, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: ANTI-THEFT S/W LOGICUPGRADE & DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2308) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black
CS2308_TSB_R4 Jan 19, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: ANTI-THEFT SOFTWARE LOGIC UPGRADE & DECALL INSTALLATION (CS2308) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by
CS2308_TSB_R3 Sep 1, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: ANTI-THEFT S/W LOGIC UPGRADE & DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2308) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a blac
CS2308_TSB_R3 Sep 1, 2023
116300 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: ANTI-THEFT S/W LOGIC UPGRADE & DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2308) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a blac
CS2308A_OWNR2 Aug 23, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION CAMPAIGN: OWNER RE-NOTIFICATION - This document is the owner re-notification advising that Kia has developed a software upgrade that can be installed on the vehicle to restrict the operation of the vehicle's ignition s
CS2308_TSB_R2 Jun 13, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: ANTI-THEFT S/W LOGIC UPGRADE & DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2308) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black
CS2308A_OWNRVQ May 23, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION - This document is the owner notification advising that Kia has developed a software upgrade that can be installed on the vehicle to restrict the operation of the vehicle's ignition system
CS2308_TSB_R1 May 23, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: ANTI-THEFT S/W LOGIC UPGRADE & DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2308) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black
CS2308_TSB Apr 20, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: ANTI-THEFT S/W LOGIC UPGRADE & DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2308) - This bulletin provides the procedure to upgrade the software logic of the Integrated Body Control Unit (IBU) or Body Control Mod
TSB_TRA046_R3 Nov 18, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE - This bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid type and fill quantity requirement for each Kia model. A flush is required ONLY when a transmis
TSB_BOD055_R1 Sep 13, 2021
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFORMATION FOR HEADLAMP CONDENSATION AND MOISTURE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This b
TSB_BOD055_R1 Sep 13, 2021
160000 STRUCTURE
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFORMATION FOR HEADLAMP CONDENSATION AND MOISTURE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This b
WTY018_TSB Mar 16, 2021
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: POWER SLIDING DOOR (PSD) OPERATION INSPECTION AND REPAIR - This bulletin provides information regarding the replacement of certain Power Sliding Door (PSD) system parts associated with the Warranty Extension Prog
WTY018_OWNR Mar 4, 2021
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
WARRANTY EXTENSION: OWNER NOTIFICATION - Kia Motors America, Inc. takes pride in providing you with high quality and dependable vehicles. In order to maintain these standards, Kia is extending the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage, to a
WTY018_REIMB Mar 4, 2021
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
WARRANTY EXTENSION: REIMBURSEMENT FORM - This document is a Reimbursement Request form that was mailed with the customer letter advising them to submit the form if they had paid for repairs for this same matter prior to the warranty extensi
WTY018_DP Mar 2, 2021
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
WARRANTY EXTENSION: DEALER PRINCIPAL MEMO - Kia Motors America, Inc. is extending the warranty coverage, to all owners of 2011-2014 MY Sedona vehicles equipped with Power Sliding Doors, for Power Sliding Door difficulty latching issues from
WTY018_DPSM Mar 2, 2021
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
WARRANTY EXTENSION: DEALER PARTS AND SERVICE MANAGER MEMO - Kia Motors America, Inc. is extending the warranty coverage, to all owners of 2011-2014 MY Sedona vehicles equipped with Power Sliding Doors, for Power Sliding Door difficulty latc
WTY018_QA Mar 2, 2021
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
WARRANTY EXTENSION: QUESTION AND ANSWER - This document is the Question and Answer Guide containing the most frequently asked questions regarding the warranty extension (WTY018).
PS675 Aug 25, 2020
034510 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
PITSTOP - BRAKE CALIPER LEAK INSPECTION - This PITSTOP provides information related to a brake caliper fluid/oil substance found on some Kia vehicles, due to possible excess assembly oil applied during assembly.
PS675 Aug 25, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
PITSTOP - BRAKE CALIPER LEAK INSPECTION - This PITSTOP provides information related to a brake caliper fluid/oil substance found on some Kia vehicles, due to possible excess assembly oil applied during assembly.
TSB_TRA046_R1 Apr 24, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: - TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid type and fill quantity requ
TSB_ELE148 Jan 21, 2020
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: HALOGEN HEAD LAMP LOW BEAM BULB CONNECTOR REPLACEMENT - This bulletin provides information regarding the procedure to repair the bulb connector on some 2010MY~ vehicles listed on the table below, which may exhibi
PS539 Mar 2, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
PITSTOP - ENGINE COMPONENT RE-USE GUIDELINES - In general, parts and components removed during engine repairs should be considered serviceable, and should be thoroughly cleaned and transferred to the new engine.
TSBTRA047_R2 Feb 16, 2018
106200 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
TSB - DRIVESHAFT SERVICEABILITY - This bulletin has been revised most recently to include additional information. This bulletin provides information regarding axle shaft serviceability for Kia vehicles equipped with a six-speed automatic tr
PS474 Jun 27, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PITSTOP: TPMS SENSOR POSITION - When diagnosing TPMS-related DTCs, make sure you are investigating the correct sensor. The TPMS positioning from the manufacturer may be different from the positioning shown on a KDS.
TSBBOD107R1 Jun 14, 2017
160000 STRUCTURE
TSB: FRONT DOOR GLASS RUN CHANNEL REPLACEMENT - This bulletin provides information on some Sedona (VQ) vehicles, produced from June 15, 2005 through May 06, 2013, which may experience wind noise coming from the front door window/door frame
TSBBOD107R1 Jun 14, 2017
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
TSB: FRONT DOOR GLASS RUN CHANNEL REPLACEMENT - This bulletin provides information on some Sedona (VQ) vehicles, produced from June 15, 2005 through May 06, 2013, which may experience wind noise coming from the front door window/door frame
PS493 Mar 21, 2017
130000 VISIBILITY
TSB: DEFOGGING LOGIC ? NORMAL OPERATION, DISABLING, AND ENABLING - Starting with 2010MY, all Kia vehicles, except Rio (JB), incorporate a defogging logic to prevent the interior windows from becoming excessively fogged. Depending on the spe
PS493 Mar 21, 2017
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
TSB: DEFOGGING LOGIC ? NORMAL OPERATION, DISABLING, AND ENABLING - Starting with 2010MY, all Kia vehicles, except Rio (JB), incorporate a defogging logic to prevent the interior windows from becoming excessively fogged. Depending on the spe
TSB-GEN085R1 Jan 18, 2017
354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners, which are designed to lock into place once fully attached, are utilized in various Kia models and are strictly intended for ?one time use.? Some example
TSB-GEN085R1 Jan 18, 2017
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners, which are designed to lock into place once fully attached, are utilized in various Kia models and are strictly intended for ?one time use.? Some example
TSB-GEN085 Nov 4, 2016
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners utilized in various Kia models are strictly intended for ?one time use?. Though not limited to the following, some examples are: axle shaft nuts with sta
TSB-GEN085 Nov 4, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners utilized in various Kia models are strictly intended for ?one time use?. Though not limited to the following, some examples are: axle shaft nuts with sta
TSB-TRA055 Oct 31, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: INHIBITOR SWITCH DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION - This bulletin gives information regarding the steps to take regarding the diagnosis of the Inhibitor Switch.
TSB-TRA055 Oct 31, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TSB: INHIBITOR SWITCH DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION - This bulletin gives information regarding the steps to take regarding the diagnosis of the Inhibitor Switch.
TSB-SC135R1 Oct 14, 2016
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
TSB: VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: EVAPORATIVE CANISTER INSPECTION AND/OR REPLACEMENT (SC135) - This bulletin provides information to inspect and/or replace the evaporative canister assembly on some Optima (TF) vehicles, produced fr
TSB-SC135R1 Oct 14, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TSB: VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: EVAPORATIVE CANISTER INSPECTION AND/OR REPLACEMENT (SC135) - This bulletin provides information to inspect and/or replace the evaporative canister assembly on some Optima (TF) vehicles, produced fr
PS266R1 Sep 30, 2016
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
PITSTOP: HVAC RECEIVER/DRYER - DESICCANT REPLACEMENT - IN THE EVENT OF A HVAC SYSTEM CONCERN IN WHICH METAL PARTICLES OR SHARDS HAVE CONTAMINATED THE SYSTEM, THE DESICCANT OR THE ENTIRE A/C RECEIVER/DRYER ASSEMBLY MAY NEED TO BE REPLACED. T
SC135OWNER Sep 19, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
OWNER NOTIFICATION LETTER (SC135) - DEAR KIA OWNER, KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. IS CONDUCTING A VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN / WARRANTY EXTENSION PROGRAM REGARDING THE EVAPORATIVE CANISTER IN YOUR VEHICLE.
TSBSC135 Sep 15, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: EVAPORATIVE CANISTER INSPECTION AND/OR REPLACEMENT (SC135) - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION TO INSPECT AND/OR REPLACE THE EVAPORATIVE CANISTER ASSEMBLY ON SOME OPTIMA (TF) VEHICLES, PRODUCED FR
TSBSC135 Sep 15, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
TSB: VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: EVAPORATIVE CANISTER INSPECTION AND/OR REPLACEMENT (SC135) - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION TO INSPECT AND/OR REPLACE THE EVAPORATIVE CANISTER ASSEMBLY ON SOME OPTIMA (TF) VEHICLES, PRODUCED FR
SC135DEALERP Sep 15, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
DEALER PRINCIPAL MEMO (SC135) - ATTENTION: ALL DEALER PRINCIPALS, KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. IS CONDUCTING A VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN / WARRANTY EXTENSION PROGRAM TO INSPECT THE EVAPORATIVE CANISTER. KIA HAS DETERMINED THAT THE FO
SC135DEALERP Sep 15, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
DEALER PRINCIPAL MEMO (SC135) - ATTENTION: ALL DEALER PRINCIPALS, KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. IS CONDUCTING A VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN / WARRANTY EXTENSION PROGRAM TO INSPECT THE EVAPORATIVE CANISTER. KIA HAS DETERMINED THAT THE FO
SC135DEALERPSM Sep 15, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
DEALER PARTS & SERVICE MANAGER MEMO (SC135) - ATTENTION: ALL DEALER PARTS AND SERVICE MANAGERS, KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. IS CONDUCTING A VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN / WARRANTY EXTENSION PROGRAM TO INSPECT THE EVAPORATIVE CANISTER.
SC135DEALERPSM Sep 15, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
DEALER PARTS & SERVICE MANAGER MEMO (SC135) - ATTENTION: ALL DEALER PARTS AND SERVICE MANAGERS, KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. IS CONDUCTING A VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN / WARRANTY EXTENSION PROGRAM TO INSPECT THE EVAPORATIVE CANISTER.
SC135QA Sep 15, 2016
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
Q AND A (SC135/WTY009) - EVAPORATIVE CANISTER VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN / WARRANTY EXTENSION PROGRAM
PS443 Apr 4, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB - USE OF AFTERMARKET USB CHARGING CABLES IN USB/12V PORTS - This article provides information regarding the use of USB ports and 12V power outlets to connect/charge mobile phones. Customers may experience issues with their head units th
PS443 Apr 4, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB - USE OF AFTERMARKET USB CHARGING CABLES IN USB/12V PORTS - This article provides information regarding the use of USB ports and 12V power outlets to connect/charge mobile phones. Customers may experience issues with their head units th
PS443 Apr 4, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TSB - USE OF AFTERMARKET USB CHARGING CABLES IN USB/12V PORTS - This article provides information regarding the use of USB ports and 12V power outlets to connect/charge mobile phones. Customers may experience issues with their head units th
TSBSST041 Oct 19, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: KDS - AUDIO UPDATE MODULE (AUM) - THE GDS AUDIO UPDATE MODULE (AUM) WAS INTRODUCED IN FOURTH QUARTER OF 2013. THIS SPECIAL SERVICE TOOL (SST) WAS DEVELOPED TO IMPROVE THE EFFICIENCY AND EFFECTIVENESS OF UPDATING 2010MY, AND LATER, KIA
TSBSST041 Oct 19, 2015
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TSB: KDS - AUDIO UPDATE MODULE (AUM) - THE GDS AUDIO UPDATE MODULE (AUM) WAS INTRODUCED IN FOURTH QUARTER OF 2013. THIS SPECIAL SERVICE TOOL (SST) WAS DEVELOPED TO IMPROVE THE EFFICIENCY AND EFFECTIVENESS OF UPDATING 2010MY, AND LATER, KIA
TSBTRA051R1 Jun 1, 2015
100000 POWER TRAIN
TSB: 6 SPD A/T SOLENOID REPLACEMENT ? MULTIPLE DTCS - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO THE REPLACEMENT OF VARIOUS SHIFT SOLENOIDS ON 6-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLES WITH DTCS P0741, P0743, P0748, P0753, P0758, P0763, P0768, P0773
TSBTRA051R1 Jun 1, 2015
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
TSB: 6 SPD A/T SOLENOID REPLACEMENT ? MULTIPLE DTCS - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO THE REPLACEMENT OF VARIOUS SHIFT SOLENOIDS ON 6-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLES WITH DTCS P0741, P0743, P0748, P0753, P0758, P0763, P0768, P0773
TSBTRA051R1 Jun 1, 2015
100000 POWER TRAIN
TSB: 6 SPD A/T SOLENOID REPLACEMENT ? MULTIPLE DTCS - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO THE REPLACEMENT OF VARIOUS SHIFT SOLENOIDS ON 6-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLES WITH DTCS P0741, P0743, P0748, P0753, P0758, P0763, P0768, P0773
PS382 Mar 19, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PITSTOP: STOP LAMP SWITCH IDENTIFICATION MATRIX (SC098) - KMA HAS RECEIVED A NUMBER OF INCORRECT WARRANTY RETURN PARTS RELATED TO CAMPAIGN SC098 AND HAS DETERMINED THAT AT TIMES DEALER STAFF MAY HAVE DIFFICULTY IN QUICKLY AND EASILY IDENTIF
PS382 Mar 19, 2015
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
PITSTOP: STOP LAMP SWITCH IDENTIFICATION MATRIX (SC098) - KMA HAS RECEIVED A NUMBER OF INCORRECT WARRANTY RETURN PARTS RELATED TO CAMPAIGN SC098 AND HAS DETERMINED THAT AT TIMES DEALER STAFF MAY HAVE DIFFICULTY IN QUICKLY AND EASILY IDENTIF
TSB-SC105R1 Aug 22, 2014
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
TSB: VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN - ECM/TCM SOFTWARE UPGRADE (SC105) - This bulletin provides information related to an inspection of the current ECM ROM ID and, if necessary, an upgrade of the ECM/TCM software on some 2011MY Sedona
TSB-SC105R1 Aug 22, 2014
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
TSB: VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN - ECM/TCM SOFTWARE UPGRADE (SC105) - This bulletin provides information related to an inspection of the current ECM ROM ID and, if necessary, an upgrade of the ECM/TCM software on some 2011MY Sedona
TSB-SC105R1 Aug 22, 2014
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TSB: VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN - ECM/TCM SOFTWARE UPGRADE (SC105) - This bulletin provides information related to an inspection of the current ECM ROM ID and, if necessary, an upgrade of the ECM/TCM software on some 2011MY Sedona
SC105OWNER Aug 8, 2014
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
SC105 -2011-2012 MY Sedona 3.5L Vehicles ECM/TCM Upgrade Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign - Owner Letter
SC105OWNER Aug 8, 2014
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
SC105 -2011-2012 MY Sedona 3.5L Vehicles ECM/TCM Upgrade Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign - Owner Letter
TSB-BOD107 Aug 4, 2014
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
TSB: COMBINED TSB/SERVICE ACTION: FRONT DOOR GLASS RUN CHANNEL REPLACEMENT (SA167) - This bulletin provides information on some Sedona (VQ) vehicles, produced from June 15, 2005 through May 06, 2013, which may experience wind noise coming f
TSB-BOD107 Aug 4, 2014
161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
TSB: COMBINED TSB/SERVICE ACTION: FRONT DOOR GLASS RUN CHANNEL REPLACEMENT (SA167) - This bulletin provides information on some Sedona (VQ) vehicles, produced from June 15, 2005 through May 06, 2013, which may experience wind noise coming f
TSB-BOD107 Aug 4, 2014
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
TSB: COMBINED TSB/SERVICE ACTION: FRONT DOOR GLASS RUN CHANNEL REPLACEMENT (SA167) - This bulletin provides information on some Sedona (VQ) vehicles, produced from June 15, 2005 through May 06, 2013, which may experience wind noise coming f
SC105DP Aug 4, 2014
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
SC105 -2011-2012 MY Sedona 3.5L Vehicles ECM/TCM Upgrade Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign - Dealer Principal Memo
SC105DP Aug 4, 2014
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
SC105 -2011-2012 MY Sedona 3.5L Vehicles ECM/TCM Upgrade Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign - Dealer Principal Memo
SC105DPSM Aug 4, 2014
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
SC105 -2011-2012 MY Sedona 3.5L Vehicles ECM/TCM Upgrade Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign - Dealer Parts & Service Manager Memo
SC105DPSM Aug 4, 2014
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
SC105 -2011-2012 MY Sedona 3.5L Vehicles ECM/TCM Upgrade Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign - Dealer Parts & Service Manager Memo
SC105POC Aug 4, 2014
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
SC105 -2011-2012 MY Sedona 3.5L Vehicles ECM/TCM Upgrade Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign - Proof of Correction Card
SC105POC Aug 4, 2014
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
SC105 -2011-2012 MY Sedona 3.5L Vehicles ECM/TCM Upgrade Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign - Proof of Correction Card
SC105QA Aug 4, 2014
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
SC105 -2011-2012 MY Sedona 3.5L Vehicles ECM/TCM Upgrade Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign - QA
SC105QA Aug 4, 2014
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
SC105 -2011-2012 MY Sedona 3.5L Vehicles ECM/TCM Upgrade Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign - QA
105 Aug 1, 2014
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
105 Aug 1, 2014
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
107 Aug 1, 2014
130000 VISIBILITY
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
107 Aug 1, 2014
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
107 Aug 1, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
PS306 Jun 30, 2014
222000 SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
PITSTOP: SECOND ROW SEAT RELEASE MECHANISM INOPERATIVE - When diagnosing a concern relating to a difficult to release or inoperative second row seat tumble feature, review this Article for instructions.
PS306 Jun 30, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
PITSTOP: SECOND ROW SEAT RELEASE MECHANISM INOPERATIVE - When diagnosing a concern relating to a difficult to release or inoperative second row seat tumble feature, review this Article for instructions.
SC102 Jun 3, 2014
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
APPLICATION OF PREVENTATIVE ANTI CORROSION MATERIAL REAR LOWER CONTROL ARM AND SUSPENSION. 06/03/2014*LJ
PS306 Jun 1, 2014
152000 SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
PS306 Jun 1, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
TSB-TRA051 May 22, 2014
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
TSB: 6 SPD A/T SOLENOID REPLACEMENT ? DTC P0741 - This bulletin provides information relating to the replacement of the Damper Clutch (D/C) Solenoid on 6-speed automatic transaxles with DTC P0741 (active or history), instead of replacing th
VOLUME 17 ISS 4 Jan 1, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
TSBTRA046 Dec 6, 2013
100000 POWER TRAIN
TSB: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO THE CORRECT AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUIDS THAT ARE REQUIRED FOR EACH KIA MODEL. REFER TO THE SHOP MANUAL ON KGIS FOR THE SPECIFIC KIA MODEL
SC-102 Dec 1, 2013
020000 SUSPENSION
KIA: REVISED PROCEDURE ON APPLYING ADDITIONAL ANTI CORROSION MATERIAL TO SUSPENSION CROSS MEMBER AND REAR LOWER CONTROL ARMS, ON SOME VEHICLES. MODEL 2006-2012 SEDONA. *PE
SC-102 Dec 1, 2013
022000 SUSPENSION:REAR
KIA: REVISED PROCEDURE ON APPLYING ADDITIONAL ANTI CORROSION MATERIAL TO SUSPENSION CROSS MEMBER AND REAR LOWER CONTROL ARMS, ON SOME VEHICLES. MODEL 2006-2012 SEDONA. *PE
SC-102 Dec 1, 2013
022000 SUSPENSION:REAR
KIA: ON SOME VEHICLES, TO PREVENT CORROSION ON SUSPENSION CROSS MEMBER AND REAR LOWER CONTROL ARM, PROCEDURE INFORMATION PROVIDED ON APPLICATION OF ANTI CORROSION MATERIAL. MODEL 2006-2012 SEDONA. *PE
TSB-133 Nov 27, 2013
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
KIA: INFORMATION REGARDING VEHICLES EXPERIENCING MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATING WITH ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE (ECM) SYSTEM WHICH NEEDS TO HAVE SOFTWARE UPGRADED TO CORRECT OR PREVENT THIS CONDITION. MODELS 2011-2013 SORENT
TSB-133 Nov 27, 2013
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
KIA: INFORMATION REGARDING VEHICLES EXPERIENCING MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATING WITH ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE (ECM) SYSTEM WHICH NEEDS TO HAVE SOFTWARE UPGRADED TO CORRECT OR PREVENT THIS CONDITION. MODELS 2011-2013 SORENT
TSB-ENG133R2 Nov 27, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: SERVICE ACTION: ECM UPGRADE ? MIL ON WITH DTC P0638 AND ETC MOTOR CLEANING (SA153) - This bulletin provides information related to the ECM software upgrade for some 2011-2013MY Sorento 3.5L MPI vehicles, produced from October 25, 2009
TSB-ENG133R2 Nov 27, 2013
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TSB: SERVICE ACTION: ECM UPGRADE ? MIL ON WITH DTC P0638 AND ETC MOTOR CLEANING (SA153) - This bulletin provides information related to the ECM software upgrade for some 2011-2013MY Sorento 3.5L MPI vehicles, produced from October 25, 2009
TSB-BOD101R1 Nov 8, 2013
131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
TSB: FRONT DOOR GLASS RUN CHANNEL REPLACEMENT -This bulletin provides information on some Sedona (VQ) vehicles, produced from June 15, 2005 to May 06, 2013, which may experience wind noise coming from the sides of the windshield, at highwa
TSB-BOD101R1 Nov 8, 2013
132000 VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
TSB: FRONT DOOR GLASS RUN CHANNEL REPLACEMENT -This bulletin provides information on some Sedona (VQ) vehicles, produced from June 15, 2005 to May 06, 2013, which may experience wind noise coming from the sides of the windshield, at highwa
TSB-BOD101R1 Nov 8, 2013
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
TSB: FRONT DOOR GLASS RUN CHANNEL REPLACEMENT -This bulletin provides information on some Sedona (VQ) vehicles, produced from June 15, 2005 to May 06, 2013, which may experience wind noise coming from the sides of the windshield, at highwa
101 Nov 1, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
101 Nov 1, 2013
358100 EQUIPMENT:EMERGENCY:ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXIT
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
PS276 Oct 30, 2013
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
PITSTOP: USB PORT AND SIRIUS? SATELLITE RADIO INOPERATIVE ON MODELS WITH BASE AUDIO - When diagnosing a customer concern related to multiple head unit replacements with a complaint related to an inoperative USB port and/or Sirius Satellite
PS276 Oct 30, 2013
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
PITSTOP: USB PORT AND SIRIUS? SATELLITE RADIO INOPERATIVE ON MODELS WITH BASE AUDIO - When diagnosing a customer concern related to multiple head unit replacements with a complaint related to an inoperative USB port and/or Sirius Satellite

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NHTSA Safety Investigations, KIA SEDONA

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

DP24002 Opened: Feb 27, 2024 , Closed: Mar 5, 2024
DP, Closed , Model Year: 2016
3.3L Engine Loss of Motive Power (LOMP)
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) received a petition on February 20, 2024, requesting the opening of an investigation into an alleged defect of the "engine" on the following vehicle model stated by the petitioner: 2016 Kia Sedona vehicles equipped with the 3.3L V-Shaped GDI Lambda-II engine... Read more
EA08017 Opened: Aug 28, 2008 , Closed: Jul 1, 2009
EA, Closed , Model Year: 2002
STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT BINDING
ODIS ANALYSIS OF WARRANTY DATA SHOWS THAT THE ALLEGED DEFECT HAS OCCURRED AT A RELATIVELY HIGH FREQUENCY IN SALT-BELT STATES (5.9 PERCENT).HOWEVER, THE TESTS CONDUCTED BY ODI AND KIA HAVE SHOWN THAT THE ALLEGED DEFECT HAS A MINIMAL EFFECT ON STEERING EFFORTS.IN ADDITION, ODI INTERVIEWS OF OWNERS WHO... Read more
PE08033 Opened: Apr 28, 2008 , Closed: Aug 28, 2008
PE, Closed , Model Year: 2002
STEERING BINDING
ON APRIL 28, 2008, THE OFFICE OF DEFECTS INVESTIGATION (ODI) OPENED PRELIMINARY EVALUATION PE08-033 TO INVESTIGATE COMPLAINTS ALLEGING STEERING BINDING IN MODEL YEAR 2002 THROUGH 2004 KIA SEDONA MINIVANS.KIA'S RESPONSE TO ODI'S REQUEST FOR INFORMATION IN PE08-033 INDICATED THAT CONCERNS WITH BINDING... Read more
PE05035 Opened: Jun 28, 2005 , Closed: Oct 19, 2005
PE, Closed , Model Year: 2003
ELECTRICAL FIRE
BY LETTER DATED OCTOBER 4, 2005, KIA NOTIFIED THE AGENCY THAT IT IS CONDUCTING A SAFETY RECALL (NHTSA RECALL NO. 05V463) INVOLVING ALL MODEL YEAR (MY) 2002, 2003 KIA SEDONA EX VEHICLES AND CERTAIN MY 2004 KIA SEDONA EX VEHICLES.KIA?S RECALL COVERS 74,276 VEHICLES.KIA REPORTS THAT FIRES WERE CAUSED B... Read more
PE04067 Opened: Sep 24, 2004 , Closed: Jan 27, 2005
PE, Closed , Model Year: 2002
THROTTLE CABLE BINDING
KIA PROVIDED INFORMATION DESCRIBING A WATER ENTRY POINT AT THE RUBBER SEALING BOOT LOCATED AT THE THROTTLE BODY END OF THE THROTTLE CABLE, ADVISING THAT WATER COULD ENTER THE CABLE SHEATH DURING NORMAL VEHICLE OPERATION.IN LOW TEMPERATURES, THE WATER FREEZES AND MAY IMPEDE THE MOVEMENT OF THE THROTT... Read more

KIA SEDONA - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the KIA SEDONA across all model years (2002, 2020).

69 Total Recalls
3,391 Total Complaints
5 Investigations
181 Reported Crashes
163 Reported Fires
13 Reported Deaths

KIA SEDONA - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2021 0 15 View
2020 1 26 View
2019 2 45 View
2018 3 63 View
2017 4 180 View
2016 4 368 View
2015 3 178 View
2014 1 54 View
2013 1 0 View
2012 5 146 View
2011 (current) 6 88
2010 5 49 View
2009 5 75 View
2008 5 246 View
2007 6 234 View
2006 7 579 View
2005 2 272 View
2004 2 226 View
2003 4 214 View
2002 3 328 View

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