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.
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severe 9 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $400 · see wheels across all vehicles →
Of the 9 wheels complaints filed for the 2005 Kia Sedona, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 75,000-100,000 mi.
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.
No new NHTSA wheels complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 17 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
Wheel bearing failure may occur without warning which could result in a crash.
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 Kia sedona. While driving 10 MPH, the rear passenger wheel detached from the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to a mechanic for repair. Through online research, the contact discovered NHTSA campaign id number 05v232000 (wheels); however, her VIN was not included in the recall. She felt that the vehicle was unsafe to drive because the wheel bearings were very unsafe.…
Rear Right Hub Recall on this model
It's a meaningful issue. 9 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $400.
Based on the 9 complaints filed, wheels issues most often appear around 95,768 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.
Independent shops typically charge around $400 for wheels 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.
Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover wheels 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.