repaired · 2023 Q3
Electrical system: software
Risk. A turn signal activating in the opposite direction of what was intended by the driver increases the risk of a crash.
2015 Kia SedonaProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 140 owner complaints about the 2015 Kia Sedona, most often about the engine. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 21V-725 the manufacturer reports only 53% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 23, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Bull-Doser, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2015 Kia Sedona has problems
140 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
51Engine4 crash/fire/injury
37Electrical system3 crash/fire/injury
19Structure1 crash/fire/injury
17Exterior lighting
11Air bags1 crash/fire/injury
6Service brakes
6Seats
4Power train
3Wheels
1711 other systems3 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 51 | 4 |
| Electrical system | 37 | 3 |
| Structure | 19 | 1 |
| Exterior lighting | 17 | 0 |
| Air bags | 11 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 6 | 2 |
| Seats | 6 | 2 |
| Power train | 4 | 0 |
| Wheels | 3 | 0 |
| 11 other systems | 17 | 3 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2015 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 Q2
Electrical system: wiring
Risk. If a child is in a child seat in the front seat, a broken ODS wiring harness will not prevent the front passenger air bag from deploying in the event of a…
repaired · 2019 Q3
Electrical system: software
Risk. If the door closes on an occupant, there is an increased risk of an injury.
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
2015 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
2015 Kia Sedona safety ratings
2015 Kia Sedona VAN FWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (13.0% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Optional
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What Sedona owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Oil consumption is an abnormal rate. Oil needs to be refilled almost every week, and the leak has caused deterioration of spark plugs.
The check engine light illuminated with diagnostic code P0018 (crankshaft/camshaft position correlation, Bank 2), first recorded on a scan XXX. The vehicle was taken to a franchised Kia dealership in [XXX] on XXX at 88,719 miles. The dealer performed an engine teardown and provided a written…
Was driving down the road with zero issues known, no check engine light, and only 114K miles. There was a sudden noise that was quiet so I turned down the radio, and then within 2 seconds or so a loud bang occurred, followed by a lot of smoke. I looked in the side mirrors and noted flames coming…
Own a 2015 Sedona?
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