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ProblemsByVin File / 2005-KIA-SEDONA
2005 · kia

kia Sedona problems

2 safety recalls. 185 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
7.2 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

brakes
73 reports · avg $450
severe
engine
18 reports · avg $3,100
severe
electrical
14 reports · avg $850
severe
steering
14 reports · avg $700
severe
airbags
11 reports · avg $1,100
severe
suspension
11 reports · avg $900
severe
wheels
9 reports · avg $400
severe
cruise control
8 reports · avg $600
severe

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2005 Sedona · suspension
WE HAVE A 2005 SEDONA WHICH WE LOVE. IT'S BEEN A GREAT CAR FOR US. UNFORTUNATELY, WE HAVE HAD ONGOING ISSUES WITH IT FOR SOME TIME NOW. OUR MAIN PROBLEM AND CONCERN RIGHT NOW IS WITH THE FRONT END STRUTS AND OR ALIGNMENT. THE NOISE AND KNOCKING AT LOW SPEEDS (ESPECIALLY…
12/29/2013 · NHTSA ODI #10557596.0
2005 Sedona · brakes
1) VEHICLE SHUTTERS AND MAKES ROARING NOISE WHEN BRAKING DOWN HILL. BRAKES OVERHEAT AND SLIDE AND DO NOT STOP WELL. VEHICLE SHUTTERS WHEN BRAKING UNDER NORMAL CONDITIONS BUT MORE SO GOING DOWN HILL. 2) TIRES NEED BALANCE AND ROTATING EVERY 2000 MILES AND ROTORS AND BRAKE…
12/28/2005 · NHTSA ODI #10146279.0
2005 Sedona · electrical Crash
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2005 KIA SEDONA. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SHUT OFF AND THE BRAKES AND POWER STEERING NO LONGER FUNCTIONED. THE CONTACT RAN OFF THE ROAD INTO A DITCH. THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE AND EXPLODED. A FIRE REPORT WAS FILED AND THE FIRE DEPARTMENT…
12/21/2016 · NHTSA ODI #10936795.0
2005 Sedona · airbags Crash
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 KIA SEDONA. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, IT ROLLED BACK AND CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES SUSTAINED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE AWAY FROM THE SCENE. THE…
12/20/2016 · NHTSA ODI #10936517.0

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Active recalls showing 2 of 2

severe NHTSA 05V329000 20/07/2005

ON CERTAIN MINI VANS, FREEZING CONDITIONS CAN CAUSE WATER ON THE THROTTLE CABLE TO FREEZE DURING NORMAL OPERATION

THIS CAN CAUSE THE CABLE TO STICK, THUS PREVENTING THE ENGINE FROM RETURNING TO IDLE AND CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO MAINTAIN SPEED OR ACCELERATE. SUCH AN EVENT CAN OCCUR WITHOUT WARNING AND COULD CAUSE A CRASH.

Fix: DEALERS WILL MODIFY A PROTECTIVE SLEEVE AROUND THE THROTTLE CABLE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 15, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542.
severe NHTSA 05V232000 19/05/2005

ON CERTAIN MINI VANS EQUIPPED WITH ALLOY WHEELS, MOISTURE CAN ACCUMULATE AROUND THE REAR HUB CAPS CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE OUTER WHEEL BEARING

WHEEL BEARING FAILURE MAY OCCUR WITHOUT WARNING WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR HUB CAPS FREE OF CHARGE. UPON INSPECTION, SOME VEHICLES WILL ALSO REQUIRE REPLACEMENT OF THE REAR OUTER BEARINGS AND/OR HUB ASSEMBLY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 13, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542.

Common questions

Is the 2005 Kia Sedona reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.2 out of 10 based on 185 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2005 Kia Sedona is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2005 Kia Sedona?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is brakes, with 73 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $450 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The brakes is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $450 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Kia Sedona has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2005 Kia Sedona?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 185 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $450, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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