repaired · 2022 Q1
Fuel injection system: fuel rail
Risk. A fuel leak increases the risk of fire.
2011 Kia SedonaProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 65 owner complaints about the 2011 Kia Sedona, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 6 safety recalls, and for recall 20V-101 the manufacturer reports only 40% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through July 7, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2011 Kia Sedona has problems
65 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
12Electrical system2 crash/fire/injury
11Engine1 crash/fire/injury
10Fuel/propulsion system1 crash/fire/injury
9Suspension
8Structure1 crash/fire/injury
5Vehicle speed control1 crash/fire/injury
4Service brakes
4Air bags
3Power train
169 other systems1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 12 | 2 |
| Engine | 11 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 10 | 1 |
| Suspension | 9 | 0 |
| Structure | 8 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 5 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 4 | 1 |
| Air bags | 4 | 0 |
| Power train | 3 | 0 |
| 9 other systems | 16 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
6 recalls
2011 Kia Sedona recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2020 Q1
Air bags: air bag/restraint control module
Risk. If the frontal air bags and seat belt pretensioners are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash…
repaired · 2017 Q4
Control arm: lower arm
Risk. A broken control arm can result in the loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2017 Q4
Hood: latch
Risk. 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…
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repaired · 2015 Q1
Control arm: lower arm
Risk. A broken control arm can result in the loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
no report yet
Brake lights: switch
Risk. Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Kia.
Best & worst years
2011 vs. every other Sedona year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Sedona median. How we score
'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2011 Kia Sedona safety ratings
2011 Kia Sedona VAN FWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Rollover: 4 stars (13.6% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2011 Kia Sedona, and the recalls they led to.
- Air bags may be disabled during crashLed to recall 18V-137
In owners' words
What Sedona owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
PURCHASE A 2011 KIA VAN FROM AUTO CONNECTION NORFOLK VIRGINIA THE VAN STARED HAVING ISSUES WITH THE ELECTRICAL SLIDING DOOR WOULD NOT SHUT UP PROPERLY SOMETIMES IT WOULD TAKE 10 to 15 TO SHUT UP STEERING WHEEL LOCKING UP WAS TOLD BY A LOCK SMITH THAT THE VAN HAD SOME MAJOR ELECTRICAL ISSUES START…
First, the fuel pump was acting up was told the relay was going bad replaced the relay, Than we have "ESC" and ABS light come one for a bout a week took it to get the code read and they said all four wheel sensors (abs) were not transmitting signals ans that my steering angle sensor was bad which I…
Right passenger slide door on minivan opened while my son was in the car and would not close. There is a recall on this and extended 15 year warranty but Kia wouldn’t honor the electronic controller that burnt out but warranted the motor. Passenger can fall out or something can hurt them. Kia…
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