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2014 Kia Sedona problems
Light NHTSA footprint — 38 owner complaints and 1 active recall campaign. Either a clean record or thin data; we'll show what's there.
The 2014 Kia Sedona has 38 NHTSA owner complaints and 1 recall on file (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). The most-reported system is electrical at 9 complaints, typically surfacing around 60,480 miles (~$850 to repair). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
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Should you avoid this 2014 Sedona?
Generally reliable
Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally.
No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record
Reliability score 8.0/10 — above the segment average
1 recall campaign on file
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model —
not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Buying a used 2014 Kia Sedona? Check these first
Here's what this model is known to do — so you can inspect for it, price it in, or
make the seller fix it before you sign.
What to inspect on this specific car
electrical — 9 owner reports
· tends to show around 60,480 mi · ~$850 to fix
engine — 5 owner reports
· tends to show around 66,640 mi · ~$3,100 to fix
airbags — 3 owner reports
· tends to show around 83,000 mi · ~$1,100 to fix
body — 3 owner reports
· tends to show around 83,067 mi · ~$1,500 to fix
⚠ The one to take seriously: electrical is flagged
severe on this model
, showing up around 60,480 mi.
Inspect it closely on a test drive.
Recalls to confirm are done
Run the VIN from the listing — 1 active recall on this model. Recall repairs are always free.
Verdict for buyers: 8.0/10 model. The priciest documented failure is
engine (~$3,100) — get the
seller's service records for it or inspect closely. Otherwise an average-risk used buy at a fair price.
We tell you what this model is known for and what to inspect — a vehicle-history report
tells you what this exact car has been through. Smart buyers get both.
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What owners are saying
recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
2014 Sedona· cruise control
At various times when we depress the accelerator pedal the engine will not respond. Until we tap on the pedal several times then the engine RPM's will advance. This condition is very hazardous because if we are trying to merge into moving traffic the vehicle will only move at…
We were traveling from bloomsburg, pa to myrtle beach, sc on december 26, 2019 and as we were pulling off the road to find a gas station the engine turned off/stopped working and we lost the power steering. Luckily my husband was able to safely pull off the side of the road and…
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that the passenger’s side sliding door failed to open as needed. The contact stated that there was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed with needing a control module…
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Kia sedona. While stationary, the air bag indicator illuminated without warning. H&h Kia in omaha, nebraska diagnosed that a sensor inside the passenger seat track was faulty and that the passenger seat needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made…
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Kia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Kia Sedona vehicles manufactured from June 15, 2005, through April 04, 2014
If the primary latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood could unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: Kia will notify owners and dealers will replace the secondary hood latch or clean and lubricate the latch, depending on the vehicle's location and the condition of the latch. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on July 27, 2016. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's recall number is SC134.
Common questions
Is the 2014 Kia Sedona reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.0 out of 10 based on 38 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2014 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.
Should you avoid the 2014 Kia Sedona?
On the NHTSA data, the 2014 Kia Sedona does not need avoiding. Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally. The record behind that call: No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record; Reliability score 8.0/10 — above the segment average; 1 recall campaign on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What should I check before buying a used 2014 Kia Sedona?
Inspect the electrical first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 9 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 60,480 miles. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Also confirm any open recalls have been completed by running the VIN, and ask for service records covering the problem areas listed above.
Is the 2014 Kia Sedona a good used car to buy?
It scores 8.0 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 38 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is electrical. Typical failure occurs around 60,480 miles. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.
What's the most common problem on the 2014 Kia Sedona?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is electrical, with 9 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 60,480 miles. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The electrical is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 60,480 miles. 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 2014 Kia Sedona?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 38 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $850, 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 are not always better value.
Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database, last synced 1 day ago. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2014/Kia/Sedona.
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