Worst 2012 Kia Sedona Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Electrical Faults
Engine Problems
Body Structure
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2012 Kia Sedona.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 31 | 1 | 3 | 74,198 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 17 | — | 2 | 90,395 mi | |
| Body Structure | 15 | 1 | 1 | 97,850 mi | |
| Airbags | 9 | 3 | — | 55,419 mi | |
| Fuel System | 7 | — | — | 64,927 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 7 | — | — | 61,994 mi | |
| Brakes | 7 | 1 | — | 83,000 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 7 | 1 | — | 46,980 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 3 | — | 1 | — | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Latches / Locks | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Camera System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Mechanical:Accessory Scissor/Screw/Bottle Jack/Lift | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Door | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate:Support Device/Strut | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2012 Kia Sedona
5 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~956,603 vehicles.
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.
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 deploying.
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, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. In the affected vehicles, the front lower control arms may break due to corrosion from salt water exposure such as from road salt use.
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.
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, Delaware, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Maine, Minnesota, Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Rhode Island, West Virginia or the District of Columbia. In the affected vehicles, the front lower control arms may break due to corrosion resulting from prolonged exposure to salty environments.
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2012 Kia Sedona — FAQ
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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