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severe Owners of the 2016 Kia Sedona have filed 16 NHTSA complaints about the body at roughly $1,500 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See body across all vehicles →
| Model year | body complaints |
|---|---|
| 2012 Sedona | 9 |
| 2014 Sedona | 3 |
| 2015 Sedona | 15 |
| 2016 Sedona (this page) | 16 |
| 2017 Sedona | 10 |
| 2019 Sedona | 8 |
| 2020 Sedona | 5 |
Of the 16 body complaints filed for the 2016 Kia Sedona, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 50,000-75,000 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.
Among the 12 model years of Kia Sedona in our records for body problems, this one ranks #3 by owner-complaint volume.
No new NHTSA body complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 6 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
If the door closes on an occupant, there is an increased risk of an injury.
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering body on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: THEFT DETERRENT IGNITION CYLINDER PROTECTOR AND DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2312) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information to install a Theft Deterrent Ignition Cylinder Protector on certain 2010-2022MY Kia vehicles outlined on page 20, which may not have been equipped with an immobilizer and whose Integrated Body Control Unit (IBU) / Body Control Module (BCM) did receive the Anti-Theft Software Logic upgrade under CS2301/02/03/04/05/06/07/08/09 TSBs. In an effort to help prevent thefts of Kia vehicle
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: THEFT DETERRENT IGNITION CYLINDER PROTECTOR AND DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2312) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information to install a Theft Deterrent Ignition Cylinder Protector on certain 2010-2022MY Kia vehicles outlined on page 20, which may not have been equipped with an immobilizer and whole Integrated Body control Unit (IBU) / Body Control Module (BCM) did receive the Ant-Theft Software Logic upgrade under CS2301/02/03/04/05/06/07/08/09 TSBs. In an effort to help prevent thefts of Kia vehicles
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: THEFT DETERRENT IGNITION CYLINDER PROTECTOR AND DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2312) - This bulletin provides information to install a Theft Deterrent Ignition Cylinder Protector on certain 2010-2022MY Kia vehicles outlined on page 19, which may not have been equipped with an immobilizer and whose Integrated Body Control Unit (IBU) / Body Control Module (BCM) did receive the Anti-Theft Software Logic upgrade under CS2301/02/03/04/05/06/07/08/09 TSBs. In an effort to help prevent thefts of Kia vehicles, a protective cover will be permanently affixed to the ignition cylinder. This Theft Deterrent Ignition Cylinder Protector prevents the removal of the
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFORMATION FOR HEADLAMP CONDENSATION AND MOISTURE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information relating to some Kia models that may exhibit fogging, condensation, and/or moisture inside a headlamp assembly. Generally, a fogging condition is considered normal and can be eliminated by turning on the headlamps with the engine running for up to 30 minutes or during normal driving conditions. Headlamp assembly replacement WILL NOT be necessary in most cases.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR: POWER SLIDING DOOR LOCK RELEASE ACTUATOR AND/OR MANUAL LOCK/UNLOCK ACTUATOR - This bulletin provides the repair procedure to replace the sliding door lock/unlock release actuator on manual and power sliding doors on some 2015 - 2021MY Sedona (YP) vehicles produced from July 24, 2014~ to present, which may exhibit an inoperative door lock/unlock actuator.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The dominant complaint in this cluster is power sliding doors that won't stay latched. Owners report doors closing normally but failing to lock, leaving the dashboard door-ajar warning active. Many describe a groaning or grinding sound during closure. The real safety issue: doors unlock and swing open while the vehicle is moving, sometimes hard enough to trigger interior lights. One owner's sister has the same problem, and online forums show this repeating across multiple 2016 Sedonas. Kia issued TSB SA-210 for 2015–2016 models addressing inoperative power sliding doors, but owners report the issue recurs after dealer repairs. Dealers attribute failure to the door motor and quote $700+ for replacement, though some have told customers the warranty doesn't cover the latch function itself—only full motor failure.
Paint peeling around windows and door trim is the second major complaint. Multiple owners describe paint flaking off near window glass, around sliding door frames, and below rear windows, exposing primer and rust. One owner's paint started peeling around year one and worsened significantly. Dealers offer only touch-up paint, which owners view as a band-aid on a systemic finish problem.
A single complaint about front mud flaps popping out and rubbing tire sidewalls rounds out the list.
Same Kia Sedona body reports on nearby years: 2015
Driver and passenger power sliding doors fail to latch properly after closing. The doors appear shut but the dashboard door-ajar warning remains lit, and in some cases doors unlock or pop open while the vehicle is in motion. Owners report this is a recurring issue even after dealer service attempts.
When: Reported within 2 years of ownership; one owner noted failure at 43,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Door closes but does not latch; Dashboard shows door still open; Loud groaning or grinding sound when door closes; Door unlatches immediately after closing; Door opens while driving; Door ajar warning light illuminates while driving; Doors re-open after being manually closed
Repairs/costs cited: Dealer quoted $700+ for motor and cable replacement; some dealers refused repair while motor still moves door
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: TSB SA-210 issued for 2015–2016 model years (Group BOD, #116, November 2015) addresses inoperative power sliding door; Kia service centers have performed repairs that have recurred
The motor that operates the power sliding doors fails prematurely, typically within 1–2 years of ownership. When the motor begins to fail, doors make loud noise during closure and do not latch properly, creating a safety hazard by not securing passengers.
When: Reported as early as less than 1 year, more commonly within 2 years of ownership
Symptoms owners cite: Loud noise when door closes; Door appears closed but is not latched; Door does not latch securely during operation
Repairs/costs cited: Motor replacement required; cost not always specified but one owner cited $700+ estimate for motor and cable
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Kia acknowledges door latch issues but has stated that motor coverage under warranty does not extend to latch malfunction in the latching mechanism; some dealers decline to repair
Paint is peeling, flaking, or delaminating around window trim, door windows, and sliding door frames. Affected areas show primer or undercoat and some have begun to rust. Owners report this is spreading across the vehicle despite no accident damage or poor maintenance.
When: Reported to begin approximately 1 year into ownership; worsening over time
Symptoms owners cite: Paint peeling near all window glass; Paint flaking off around sliding door windows; Paint delaminating below and above sliding door glass; Paint delaminating below back door window; Rust spots appearing under peeled areas; Paint loss progressing to other vehicle areas
Repairs/costs cited: Dealers quoting temporary touch-up paint rather than full repaint; owners report this is insufficient
Front mud flaps pop out of position and rub against the tires, creating loud noise especially when turning.
Symptoms owners cite: Mud flaps popping out; Rubbing noise against tires when turning
Synthesized from 16 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
The sliding door motor does not close the door properly. This is not a warranty issue only a safety issue not covered by Kia. The proper closing of the side door is not their concern.
I own a 2016 Kia sedona lx. Vehicle is stationary. I began having problems with the driver's side sliding door not latching when closing a few months ago. The thing is, I rarely ever use that side for loading or unloading. More times than not I use the passenger side (curb side) door. When the door is attempting to latch, it makes a very weird sound like it is groaning. It closes, but does not…
It's a meaningful issue. 16 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $1,500.
Based on the 16 complaints filed, body issues most often appear around 65,417 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 $1,500 for body 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 body 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.