TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 KIA SEDONA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AND COMING TO A STOP, HE HEARD AN ABNORMAL SOUND COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT EXITED THE VEHICLE AND INSPECTED UNDER THE HOOD OF THE VEHICLE BUT FOUND NO ISSUE WITH THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT THEN DROVE TO A NEARBY PARKING LOT AND HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE CONTACT WAS INFORM…
2009 Kia Sedona steering problems
severe 3 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $700
Complaints
3
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$700
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 KIA SEDONA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEADLIGHTS AND TAIL LIGHTS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE RELAY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAILURE PERSISTED. IN ADDITION, WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY DECELERATED AND WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE BRAKES FAILED TO RESPOND AND THE …
WHEN GOING THROUGH A PUDDLE OF SOME DEPTH MAYBE 6 INCHES(NOT SURE EXACTLY), THE POWER STEERING WILL STOP AND A COUPLE OF LIGHTS COME ON, ON THE DASHBOARD. THEN ABOUT 15 SECONDS LATER ALL GOES BACK TO NORMAL. ALWAYS SEEMS TO HAPPEN WHEN TURNING LEFT OR RIGHT.
Common questions
How serious is the steering problem on the 2009 Kia Sedona?
It's a meaningful issue. 3 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $700.
At what mileage does the steering 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 $700 for steering 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 steering?
No active recalls currently cover steering 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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