2021 Kia Sedona reliability
NHTSA's file on the 2021 Kia Sedona holds 9 complaints after 6 years, a rate of 1 per year. That is fewer complaints per year than most Sedona years here — under the median of the other years, which is 3. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
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The complaints owners file most often name Electrical system (2 of 9), then Speed control (2) and Tires (2). Those filings include 2 that report a crash and 1 that reports an injury.
The 2020 Sedona has 20 complaints, 1 per year. The 2021 has fewer complaints per year than the 2020.
The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2021 Kia Sedona. How we count. Data as of .
Recalls (0)
No recalls on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Complaints by component (9 total)
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Complaints filed per year
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
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"the drivers side passenger sliding door will not latch or close properly. The door started opening while driving and would not close. Luckily i had no children in the car at the time. The safety of my CHILD or any…"
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"For starters, my lights go out every six months on queue. Cannot find a reason why. My car sputters or shutters when accelerating. I heard other Kia models have recalls due to the same thing. I have had my car in the…"
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"The engine started knocking while I was on [XXX] between mile marker [XXX] and [XXX]. This area is under construction with no shoulders to access and pull over. A shutdown in this situation would surely cause a…"
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"We purchased a brand-new 2021 Kia Sedona in 2021. Since January, we’ve been experiencing an intermittent but serious issue where the vehicle refuses to accelerate or shift beyond a certain point. This issue has put us…"
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"I was in a car wreck and my air bags did not deploy and my seat belt did not lock. The other vehicle involved in the car accident immediately deployed its airbags. I did not ask for an ambulance because I do not know if…"
NHTSA crash ratings
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Kia Sedona MV FWD | 5 stars | 5 stars | 5 stars | 4 stars |
Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.
Fuel economy
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | Annual fuel cost |
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| Sedona | 3.3L, 6-cyl | Automatic (8-speed) | Front-wheel drive | 18 | 24 | 21 MPG | $3100 |
Specs and fitment
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.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2021 Kia Sedona reliable?
NHTSA's file on the 2021 Kia Sedona holds 9 complaints after 6 years, a rate of 1 per year. That is fewer complaints per year than most Sedona years here — under the median of the other years, which is 3. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
What are common problems with a 2021 Kia Sedona?
The complaints owners file most often name Electrical system (2 of 9), then Speed control (2) and Tires (2). Those filings include 2 that report a crash and 1 that reports an injury.
Is the 2021 Kia Sedona more reliable than the years next to it?
The 2020 Sedona has 20 complaints, 1 per year. The 2021 has fewer complaints per year than the 2020.
Has the 2021 Kia Sedona been recalled?
NHTSA has no recalls on file for the 2021 Kia Sedona.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2021 Kia Sedona?
Owners have filed 9 complaints about the 2021 Kia Sedona with NHTSA.
What mpg does a 2021 Kia Sedona get?
EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2021 Kia Sedona is 21 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.
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.