Of the 8 cruise control complaints filed for the 2005 Kia Sedona,
here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 75,000-100,000 mi.
0-25k
0 (0%)
25-50k
0 (0%)
50-75k
0 (0%)
75-100k
1 (50%)
100-125k
0 (0%)
125-150k
0 (0%)
150k+
1 (50%)
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted.
Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits
and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
No new NHTSA cruise control complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 10 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
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.
What owners are reporting
2 most recent
cruise control · 185,000 mi
· filed 12/07/2015
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 Kia sedona. While driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle suddenly experienced unintended acceleration and the speed increased without the accelerator pedal being depressed. The driver forcefully applied the brakes to stop the vehicle. After restarting the vehicle, the failure continuede. The vehicle was examined by an independent mechanic who was unable to determine…
cruise control · 95,000 mi
· filed 11/13/2015
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 Kia sedona. The contact stated that the vehicle lost power while driving at various speeds and the check engine light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the throttle position sensor failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was…
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File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.
Common questions
How serious is the cruise control problem on the 2005 Kia Sedona?
It's a meaningful issue. 8 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $600.
At what mileage does the cruise control typically fail?
Based on the 8 complaints filed, cruise control issues most often appear around 117,000 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $600 for cruise control repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to cruise control?
Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover cruise control issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2005/Kia/Sedona.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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