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2015 Kia Sedona Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/14/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Engine — runs 2.9× the fleet median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.
136Complaints
3Recalls
2Crashes
9Fires
2Injured
0Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Engine (36% of complaints) — has no NHTSA recall or open investigation on file.

Engine complaints here are 2.9× the median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.

3 of the 6 most-reported categories on this page are backed by a recall or open investigation; the other 3 rest on owner reports alone.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Engine49 · 36%No official action
Electrical System34 · 25%RecalledRecall 19V109000
Structure:body17 · 12.5%RecalledRecall 18V338000
Exterior Lighting15 · 11%RecalledRecall 21V725000
Air Bags11 · 8.1%No official action
Service Brakes6 · 4.4%No official action

Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Complaints by component

ENGINE49 · 36%
STRUCTURE:BODY17 · 12.5%
EXTERIOR LIGHTING15 · 11%
AIR BAGS11 · 8.1%
Unspecified / other10 · 7.4%
SERVICE BRAKES6 · 4.4%
SEATS6 · 4.4%
POWER TRAIN4 · 2.9%
WHEELS3 · 2.2%

Percentages are the share of the 136 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.

Recalls — 3 campaigns

Structure:body:door

NHTSA campaign 18V338000 · 2018 · reported 05/23/2018

If the door closes on an occupant, there is an increased risk of an injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Exterior Lighting:turn Signal

NHTSA campaign 21V725000 · 2021 · reported 09/17/2021

A turn signal activating in the opposite direction of what was intended by the driver increases the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Electrical System:wiring

NHTSA campaign 19V109000 · 2019 · reported 02/19/2019

If a child is in a child seat in the front seat, a broken ODS wiring harness will not prevent the front passenger air bag from deploying in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury to the child. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What owners report

“Complete engine failure, knocking like crazy, fuel smell in the oil, The shop said the fuel in the oil broke it down and allowed the…”NHTSA complaint 11621658 — filed 10/24/2024 · ENGINE
“While driving through an intersection with my family in the car, the engine suddenly failed without warning, leaving us stranded in a dangerous situation with…”NHTSA complaint 11609056 — filed 08/16/2024 · ENGINE
“Engine popped started to shake would not go over 2000 rpm. Pulled over and had car towed home.”NHTSA complaint 11605319 — filed 07/30/2024 · ENGINE

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Kia Sedona?

Engine issues are the most-reported category, cited in 49 of 136 NHTSA complaints (36%), followed by electrical system (34), structure:body (17), exterior lighting (15). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2015 Kia Sedona have?

136 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/14/2026. Of those, 2 involved a crash, 9 involved a fire, and 2 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2015 Kia Sedona have any recalls?

Yes — 3 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 18V338000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2015 Kia Sedona's reported problems?

3 of the 6 most-reported complaint categories on this page are backed by an NHTSA safety recall or open investigation; the rest are unverified owner reports. A recall means a free repair is available at authorized dealers.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/14/2026.