MYRModel Year Report

2016 Kia Sedona

■ Significantly worse — known issue year
2016 Kia Sedona
BUILT 2026-08-02

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Kia Sedona Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2016 highlighted. 2002: 198 complaints 2002 2003: 163 complaints 2004: 175 complaints 2005: 185 complaints 2005 2006: 385 complaints 2007: 156 complaints 2008: 170 complaints 2008 2009: 47 complaints 2010: 32 complaints 2011: 65 complaints 2011 2012: 106 complaints 2013: 0 complaints 2014: 38 complaints 2014 2015: 135 complaints 2016: 287 complaints 2016 2017: 131 complaints 2017 2018: 47 complaints 2019: 35 complaints 2020: 20 complaints 2020 2021: 8 complaints 2021
2016: 287 complaints
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YearComplaints
2002198
2003163
2004175
2005185
2006385
2007156
2008170
200947
201032
201165
2012106
20130
201438
2015135
2016287
2017131
201847
201935
202020
20218

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ENGINE 50%

50% of complaints: engine — 143 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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No lights on the dash, no maintenance or check engine lights. The van began making noises under the hood and then blowing white smoke from the exhaust. The electrical connectors to the fan were melted and hot. To the cooling fan, radiator, etc.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240311

The vehicle started making a rattling noise, but there were no lights on the dash at all!. My husband checked the oil and there was no oil.

NHTSA ODI report, 20230906

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 14%

14% of complaints: electrical system — 40 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY DEATH
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MY MOTHER AND HER FRIEND WERE DRIVING APPROX. 35 MILES PER HOUR WHEN THE RIGHT REAR WHEEL WENT OFF THE ROAD CAUSING THEM TO GO INTO THE FRYING PAN RIVER IN BASALT, CO. THERE WAS APPROX. 42.1 DEGREE SLOPE. MY MOTHER WAS THE PASSENGER.

NHTSA ODI report, 20160905

EXTERIOR LIGHTING 10%

10% of complaints: exterior lighting — 30 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
STRUCTURE 7%

7% of complaints: structure — 20 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
AIR BAGS 6%

6% of complaints: air bags — 18 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY DEATH
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MY MOTHER AND HER FRIEND WERE DRIVING APPROX. 35 MILES PER HOUR WHEN THE RIGHT REAR WHEEL WENT OFF THE ROAD CAUSING THEM TO GO INTO THE FRYING PAN RIVER IN BASALT, CO. THERE WAS APPROX. 42.1 DEGREE SLOPE. MY MOTHER WAS THE PASSENGER.

NHTSA ODI report, 20160905

SAFETY TIMELINE

▮ 2016 — complaint volume: 287
R 20180618 — electrical system, structure

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Kia Sedona vehicles equipped with a power sliding door (PSD). The PSD may not auto-reverse when its closing is obstructed.

Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the PSD module software, free of charge. The recall began on June 18, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC164.

Campaign 18V338000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20190319 — electrical system

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Sedona vehicles equipped with manually-adjusted front passenger seats.

Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will remove the wire harness clip to prevent the wiring harness from breaking. If the harness is found damaged, the front passenger seat cushion will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge.

Campaign 19V109000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20211112 — electrical system, exterior lighting

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Sedona vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will update the SJB software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 12, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC217.

Campaign 21V725000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20221007 — power train

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016 Sedona and Sorento vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the automatic transmission shift lever assembly components, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 7, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542.

Campaign 22V612000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20240227 — DP (closed 20240305)

3.3L Engine Loss of Motive Power (LOMP)

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2016 Kia Sedona — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (143 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (40 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (30 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 18V338000 (electrical system, structure) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 19V109000 (electrical system) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 21V725000 (electrical system, exterior lighting) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 22V612000 (power train) has been completed.
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OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2010 ▲ 2019 ▲ 2014

WORST YEARS

■ 2006 ◆ 2002 ◆ 2005

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FAQ

Is the 2016 Kia Sedona reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2016 Kia Sedona is rated "significantly worse".

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Kia Sedona?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2016 Kia Sedona have?

4 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.