TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 KIA SEDONA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE. THE CONTACT PLACED AN ABNORMAL AMOUNT OF PRESSURE ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, BUT THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED FORWARD BEFORE COMING TO AN ABRUPT STOP. THE FAILURE RECURRED AND THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SMOKE WITH AN ABNORMAL ODOR FROM THE HOOD OF THE VEHICLE. TH…
2006 Kia Sedona cruise control problems
severe 14 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $600
Complaints
14
Recalls
0
Crashes
2
Avg fix
$600
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
MINIVAN SUDDENLY DROPS OUT OF DRIVE WHEN ACCELERATING ON HIGHWAY. HAS HAPPENED TWICE, GEAR SHIFT WAS IN PROPER POSITION. HAD TO EMERGENCY BRAKE AND PULL OFF HIGHWAY (COASTING) AND TURN OFF ENGINE AND RESTART. GEAR/PEDAL THEN REENGAGED AND WAS ABLE TO RESUME DRIVING. DEALER SAYS THEY CANNOT RECREATE PROBLEM. VERY CONCERNING. *TR
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 KIA SEDONA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE SITTING IN TRAFFIC, SHE DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DESTROYED AND THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO BE DRIVEN TO HER HOUSE AND WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR INSPECTION OR REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND ST…
Common questions
How serious is the cruise control problem on the 2006 Kia Sedona?
It's a meaningful issue. 14 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?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
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?
No active recalls currently cover cruise control issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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