Free. Instant. No signup. Pulls recalls and complaints for your exact vehicle.

Couldn't find that VIN. Check the digits and try again.

ProblemsByVin File / 2017-KIA-SEDONA
2017 · kia

kia Sedona problems

1 safety recall. 129 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

0 5 10
Reliability score
7.4 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

0
Critical
1
Severe
0
Moderate

Top trouble spots 7 categories with 3+ complaints

engine
49 reports · avg $3,100
severe
electrical
21 reports · avg $850
moderate
airbags
10 reports · avg $1,100
severe
body
9 reports · avg $1,500
severe
lighting
6 reports · avg $250
moderate
powertrain
4 reports · avg $2,500
moderate
steering
3 reports · avg $700
severe

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2017 Sedona · engine Fire
The contact owned a 2017 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that after parking in his driveway, there was white smoke coming from the front of the vehicle. The contact is handicapped and was assisted by his wife to exit the vehicle safely. The vehicle later caught on fire, and…
12/30/2025 · NHTSA ODI #11707879.0
2017 Sedona · electrical
Rear tail light housing compartments fill with water causing lights to go out or short. This needs to be turned into a recall for the manufacturer to fix, since there are many other owners of the same vehicle complaining about the same safety issue.
12/30/2022 · NHTSA ODI #11499598.0
2017 Sedona · electrical
When I first bought the vehicle from the dealer ship I had a problem of it not wanting to start.That was back in March of 2023. Called. the dealer ship and they said to bring it in of course I couldn’t do that be cause it wouldn’t start and is parked in the garage. After much…
12/29/2023 · NHTSA ODI #11562661.0
2017 Sedona · engine
While my husband was driving the engine failed. The oil pan was filled with metal. The fuel injectors were not pumping oil
12/27/2023 · NHTSA ODI #11562085.0

Estimate your repair exposure

Drag to your current mileage. Numbers are derived from this vehicle's complaint history.

0 mi 200k mi
At 80,000 miles
Likely repair cost in next 24 months
$0

Active recalls showing 1 of 1

severe NHTSA 21V725000 17/09/2021

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Sedona vehicles

A turn signal activating in the opposite direction of what was intended by the driver increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will update the SJB software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 12, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC217.

Common questions

Is the 2017 Kia Sedona reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.4 out of 10 based on 129 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2017 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.

What's the most common problem on the 2017 Kia Sedona?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is engine, with 49 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $3,100 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The engine is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $3,100 at an independent shop. 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 2017 Kia Sedona?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 129 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $3,100, 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 aren't always better value.

Related vehicles

Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 14 hours ago. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with kia. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
Get a free warranty quote →