2011 Kia Sedona
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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 | 156 |
| 2008 | 170 |
| 2009 | 47 |
| 2010 | 32 |
| 2011 | 65 |
| 2012 | 106 |
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 38 |
| 2015 | 135 |
| 2016 | 287 |
| 2017 | 131 |
| 2018 | 47 |
| 2019 | 35 |
| 2020 | 20 |
| 2021 | 8 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
17% of complaints: engine — 11 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
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.
NHTSA ODI report, 20200602
17% of complaints: electrical system — 11 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
First, the fuel pump was acting up was told the relay was going bad replaced the relay, Than we have "ESC" and ABS light come one for a bout a week took it to get the code read and they said all four wheel sensors (abs) were not transmitting signals...
NHTSA ODI report, 20240106
PARKING SENSOR FAILED AND MY HUSBAND WAS IN A ACCIDENT, IN OUR NOW 3 WEEK OLD 2011 KIA SEDONA, THEY SOLD US THE FLOOR MODEL, WHICH HAD TO BE JUMPSTARTED WE THOUGHT NOTHING OF IT, TOOK IT IN BC LOW GAS MILEGE, AND BC THE DOOR WAS LOSE, THEN 2 DAYS...
NHTSA ODI report, 20110729
15% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 10 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
First, the fuel pump was acting up was told the relay was going bad replaced the relay, Than we have "ESC" and ABS light come one for a bout a week took it to get the code read and they said all four wheel sensors (abs) were not transmitting signals...
NHTSA ODI report, 20240106
14% of complaints: suspension — 9 distinct reports on file.
9% of complaints: structure — 6 distinct reports on file.
INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 KIA SEDONA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PARKED ON A DOWNWARD HILL, THE REAR PASSENGER ATTEMPTED TO EXIT THE VEHICLE BUT THE DOOR SLAMMED INTO THE PASSENGER, PINNING HER INTO THE FRAME.
NHTSA ODI report, 20131108
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 KIA SEDONA. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, ALL THE DOORS ON THE VEHICLE INADVERTENTLY OPENED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DOOR AUDIBLE INDICATOR WAS HEARD FREQUENTLY WHILE DRIVING AND WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURRED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180523
SAFETY TIMELINE
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
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
Campaign 13V114000 — 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
Air bags may be disabled during crash
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.
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.
Campaign 18V363000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
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.
Campaign 20V101000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2011 Kia Sedona — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (11 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (11 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (10 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 13V114000 (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 18V363000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V101000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2011 Kia Sedona reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2011 Kia Sedona is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Kia Sedona?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 17% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2011 Kia Sedona have?
6 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.