2006 Kia Sedona
This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2002 | 198 |
| 2003 | 163 |
| 2004 | 175 |
| 2005 | 185 |
| 2006 | 385 |
| 2007 | 157 |
| 2008 | 170 |
| 2009 | 48 |
| 2010 | 32 |
| 2011 | 65 |
| 2012 | 107 |
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 39 |
| 2015 | 138 |
| 2016 | 292 |
| 2017 | 133 |
| 2018 | 48 |
| 2019 | 36 |
| 2020 | 20 |
| 2021 | 9 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
22% of complaints: suspension — 85 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing control arm and rear.
CRASH INJURY21% of complaints: air bags — 81 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing side/window and sensor/control module.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
WAS IN A ACCIDENT STRUCK MANY TREES LOTS OF FRONT END DAMAGE, BOTH PASSENGER AND DRIVERS SIDE DAMAGE AND MY AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20121016
Also filed under STRUCTURE
ON MAY 13, 2006 I PURCHASED A 2006 KIA SEDONA VAN FROM A LOCAL DEALERSHIP.
NHTSA ODI report, 20070513
Also filed under SEAT BELTS
21% of complaints: electrical system — 80 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing horn and starter assembly.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
UNKNOWN. MY VQN CAUGHT FIRE UNDER MY HOOD NOT SURE WERE IT CAME FROM.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240102
The contact owns a 2006 Kia Sedona LX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number:Â 20V088000 (Electrical System, Service Brakes, Hydraulic) and stated that while powered off, he observed smoke emanating from the engine compartment.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231019
Also filed under SERVICE BRAKES
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 KIA SEDONA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HIS WIFE WAS DRIVING THE VEHICLE, THE VEHICLE'S ABS WARNING LIGHT SUDDENLY BEGAN TO ILLUMINATE AND THE WARNING SOUNDER BEGAN TO CHIME.
NHTSA ODI report, 20200407
11% of complaints: service brakes — 44 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 KIA SEDONA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN HER HUSBAND WAS PARKING THE VEHICLE IN HER DRIVEWAY, SHE NOTICED THAT SMOKE BEGAN EMITTING FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE; MOMENTS LATER, THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20200420
11% of complaints: structure — 41 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing door and body.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 KIA SEDONA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SLIDING DOORS WOULD NOT STAY OPEN AND WOULD CLOSE WITHOUT WARNING. THIS FAILURE HAS CAUSED BRUISES ON FOUR DIFFERENT OCCASIONS. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20070606
SAFETY TIMELINE
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE REAR CALIPER BRAKE HOSES MAY BE OUT OF POSITION. AN IMPROPERLY POSITIONED REAR CALIPER BRAKE HOSE MAY CONTACT REAR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS AND OVER TIME BREACH THE IN
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE POSITIONING OF THE REAR CALIPER BRAKE HOSES AND ADJUST OR REPLACE THEM FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 15, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542.
Campaign 06V265000 — check if this car was fixed
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ADJUSTABLE BRAKE PEDALS, THE STOP LAMP SWITCH WIRING HARNESS MAY BE OUT OF POSITION. AN IMPROPERLY POSITIONED STOP LAMP SWITCH WIRING HARNESS COULD MAKE CO
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE WIRING HARNESS FOR CHAFING AND, REPAIR IF NECESSARY. IN ADDITION, THE DEALER WILL SECURE THE WIRING HARNESS TO PREVENT CONTACT WITH THE U-JOINT ASSEMBLY. THE RECALL BEGAN O
Campaign 06V349000 — check if this car was fixed
HUYNDAI-KIA IS RECALLING 139,844 MY 2006-2007- SEDONA, SPORTAGE, SORENTO AND MY RONDO AND AMANTI VEHICLES. THE STOP LAMP SWITCH IN THE AFFECTED VEHICLES MAY MALFUNCTION. A MALFUNCTIONING STOP LAMP S
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STOP LAMP SWITCH FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 17, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KIA'S CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CENTER AT 1-800-333-4542.
Campaign 09V130000 — check if this car was fixed
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 Massa
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, 20
Campaign 13V550000 — check if this car was fixed
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,...
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.
Campaign 16V387000 — check if this car was fixed
Kia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Kia Sedona vehicles manufactured from June 15, 2005, through April 04, 2014.
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.
Campaign 16V389000 — check if this car was fixed
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2006-2010 Sedona and 2007-2009 Sorento vehicles. Moisture may enter the Anti-lock Brake (ABS) Module and result in an electrical short.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will install a relay in the main junction box to prevent power from being directed to the HECU when the vehicle's ignition switch is turned off, free of charge. The recall began June 5, 2020.
Campaign 20V088000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2006 Kia Sedona — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (85 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (81 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (80 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 06V265000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06V349000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 09V130000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 13V550000 (suspension) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V387000 (suspension) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V389000 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V088000 (electrical system, service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2006 Kia Sedona reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2006 Kia Sedona is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Kia Sedona?
The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2006 Kia Sedona have?
7 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.