Kia Sedona years to avoid and best years
Newer Kia Sedona years have fewer owner complaints per year than the older ones. 2016 has the most complaints per year, at 9 (296 complaints). Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2021 at 1 (from 9 complaints), 2020 at 1 (from 20 complaints), and 2019 at 3 (from 38 complaints). On the 2016 Kia Sedona, 120 of 296 complaints name Engine.
Data as of .
Kia Sedona reliability by year
Each year is complaints filed in that year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. A model year younger than 3 years is too early to compare, so it is left out of the years named as having the fewest or the most complaints. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market Kia Sedona. How we count.
By model year
| Year | Per year on the road | Complaints | Recalls | Most-filed complaint | Avg. combined MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 → Fewest | 1 | 9 | 0 | Tires | 21 |
| 2020 → Fewest | 1 | 20 | 1 | Structure | 21 |
| 2019 → Fewest | 3 | 38 | 2 | Structure | 21 |
| 2018 → | 3 | 48 | 3 | Engine | 20 |
| 2017 → | 6 | 134 | 4 | Engine | 20 |
| 2016 → Most | 9 | 296 | 4 | Engine | 20 |
| 2015 → | 6 | 138 | 3 | Engine | 20 |
| 2014 → | 3 | 39 | 1 | Engine | 20 |
| 2013 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — | — |
| 2012 → | 7 | 107 | 5 | Electrical system | 21 |
Years with a → link have a full model-year page.
What owners file about
Generations
- Body styles
- Minivan
- Oil
- 5W-30 (all temps); 10W-30 above -18°C (3.3L) · 6 qt capacity
- Tire size
- 235/65R17, 235/60R18, 235/55R19 (trim dependent)
Known issues for this generation
Recall 18V-338 covers certain 2015-2018 Kia Sedona vehicles equipped with a power sliding door (PSD): the PSD may not auto-reverse when its closing is obstructed. Dealers reprogram the PSD module software. Recall 19V-109 covers certain 2015-2018 Sedona vehicles with manually-adjusted front passenger seats where the Occupant Detection System wiring harness under the seat may break over time. Recall 21V-725 covers certain 2015-2017 Sedona vehicles where Smart Junction Box software may interpret multifunction switch signals incorrectly so the turn signal activates in the opposite direction.
Frequently asked questions
Which Kia Sedona years have fewer owner complaints?
Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2021 at 1 (from 9 complaints), 2020 at 1 (from 20 complaints), and 2019 at 3 (from 38 complaints).
Which Kia Sedona year has the most owner complaints?
2016 has the most complaints per year, at 9 (296 complaints). On the 2016 Kia Sedona, 120 of 296 complaints name Engine.
How do Kia Sedona owner complaints compare by year?
Newer Kia Sedona years have fewer owner complaints per year than the older ones.
What oil does a Kia Sedona take?
Viscosity and capacity depend on engine and model year; use the generation specs here and confirm in the owner's manual.
What generation is the 2018 Kia Sedona?
3rd generation / YP (2015-2021).
What tire sizes does a Kia Sedona use?
Common US sizes include 235/65R17, 235/60R18, and 235/55R19 depending on trim.