2018 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
- 49
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Engine
Campaigns on file for 2018
None on file
45% of complaints
Complaints per year
2018: 49 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2002 | 198 |
| 2003 | 163 |
| 2004 | 176 |
| 2005 | 185 |
| 2006 | 385 |
| 2007 | 157 |
| 2008 | 170 |
| 2009 | 48 |
| 2010 | 32 |
| 2011 | 65 |
| 2012 | 108 |
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 39 |
| 2015 | 140 |
| 2016 | 297 |
| 2017 | 134 |
| 2018 | 49 |
| 2019 | 39 |
| 2020 | 20 |
| 2021 | 10 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Engine
45% · 22 reportsShow complaint excerpts
I was driving, my car just stopped, couldnât start, started smoking and started on fire.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-16
Also filed under Power train
There was a fire under my minivan as my husband was driving it, creating smoke and flames. He lost power to the van and had to coast to the right side of the highway where he came to a stop with the flames occurring.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-09-14
10 mile drive to town. On return home, smoke began pouring from the engine compartment. Within 3-4 minutes flames came from grill area, and within 15 minutes entire car was engulfed in flames.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-06-18
Electrical system
22% · 11 reportsAir bags
12% · 6 reportsStructure
6% · 3 reportsMost commonly citing body.
Power train
6% · 3 reportsSafety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2018-06-18Electrical system, structure18V338000 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.
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2019-03-19Electrical system19V109000 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.
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2022-03-21Air bags22V031000 Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Sedona, Soul, Soul EV, 2017-2018 Forte, and 2017 Forte Koup vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the ACU, and either update the software or replace the unit, as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 21, 2022.
Buy-smart checklist
2018 Kia Sedona — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 22 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 11 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 6 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 18V338000 · Electrical system, structure
- Recall 19V109000 · Electrical system
- Recall 22V031000 · Air bags
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- Is the 2018 Kia Sedona reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2018 Kia Sedona is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2018 Kia Sedona?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 45% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2018 Kia Sedona have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.