MYRModel Year Report

2019 Kia Sedona

▲ Better than typical
2019 Kia Sedona
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:38:36.254Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Kia Sedona Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2019 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 2017: 131 complaints 2017 2018: 47 complaints 2019: 35 complaints 2019 2020: 20 complaints 2020 2021: 8 complaints 2021
2019: 35 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 26%

26% of complaints: engine — 9 distinct reports on file.

FIRE INJURY
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The contact owned a 2019 Kia Sedona. The contact stated while driving 70 mph up a hill, he heard an abnormal noise, and then the vehicle was seized. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 20220218

STRUCTURE 23%

23% of complaints: structure — 8 distinct reports on file.

POWER TRAIN 11%

11% of complaints: power train — 4 distinct reports on file.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 11%

11% of complaints: electrical system — 4 distinct reports on file.

SERVICE BRAKES 9%

9% of complaints: service brakes — 3 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20190408 — seat belts

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Sedona vehicles equipped with an 8-passenger seat arrangement.

Remedy: Kia has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the seat belt installation, and reinstall the seat belt buckle to the correct side if necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 8, 2019.

Campaign 19V207000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20220321 — air bags

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.

Campaign 22V031000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2019 Kia Sedona — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (9 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 19V207000 (seat belts) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 22V031000 (air bags) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2010 ▲ 2014 ▲ 2018

WORST YEARS

■ 2006 ■ 2016 ◆ 2002

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FAQ

Is the 2019 Kia Sedona reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2019 Kia Sedona is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2019 Kia Sedona?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2019 Kia Sedona have?

2 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.