2019 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
- 39
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Engine
Campaigns on file for 2019
None on file
31% of complaints
Complaints per year
2019: 39 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
31% · 12 reportsShow complaint excerpts
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, 2022-02-18
This vehicle has been consuming oil at a fast rate. We have had them do oil consumption tests multiple times and each time they tell us itâs considered normal.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-14
In 2025 I had my camshaft replaced by Fox Valley VW of [XXX]. They completed work on my camshaft with a misfire notification of cylinders 2, 4 and 6.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-23
Structure
23% · 9 reportsMost commonly citing body.
Show complaint excerpts
Dear NHTSA Customer Service Representative, I am writing to file a safety complaint regarding the sliding side doors of a 2019 Kia Sedona operated by our church.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-08
Power train
10% · 4 reportsElectrical system
10% · 4 reportsService brakes
8% · 3 reportsSafety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2019-04-08Seat belts19V207000 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.
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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
2019 Kia Sedona — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 12 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 9 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 4 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 19V207000 · Seat belts
- Recall 22V031000 · Air bags
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- 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 31% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2019 Kia Sedona have?
- 2 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.