2015 Kia Sedona recalls and problems

The 2015 Kia Sedona has 3 safety recalls and 140 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Kia dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

140

Crashes / fires

2 / 9

Injuries / deaths

2 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2015 Kia Sedona vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2015 Kia Sedona recalls

Recall 21V-725: Electrical System, Exterior Lighting

Reported Sep 17, 2021 · 88,576 vehicles affected · Kia Motors America

Problem: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Sedona vehicles. The Smart Junction Box (SJB) software logic may not properly interpret the signals received from the multifunction switch, which could cause the turn signal to activate in the opposite direction of what the driver intended.

Risk: 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.

Recall 19V-109: Electrical System

Reported Feb 19, 2019 · 94,389 vehicles affected · Kia Motors America

Problem: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Sedona vehicles equipped with manually-adjusted front passenger seats. Over time, the Occupant Detection System (ODS) wiring harness located underneath the front passenger seat may break from the seat being occupied.

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 crash, increasing the risk of injury to the child.

Fix: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will remove the wire harness clip to prevent the wiring harness from breaking. If the harness is found damaged, the front passenger seat cushion will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 19, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC175.

Recall 18V-338: Structure, Electrical System

Reported May 23, 2018 · 106,428 vehicles affected · Kia Motors America

Problem: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Kia Sedona vehicles equipped with a power sliding door (PSD). The PSD may not auto-reverse when its closing is obstructed.

Risk: If the door closes on an occupant, there is an increased risk of an injury.

Fix: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the PSD module software, free of charge. The recall began on June 18, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC164.

2015 Kia Sedona problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Engine	51
Electrical System	37
Structure	19
Exterior Lighting	17
Unknown or Other	12
Air Bags	11
Service Brakes	6
Seats	6
Power Train	4
Wheels	3
Fuel/Propulsion System	3
Steering	2

Most reported parts

Structure › Body — 17
Electrical System › 12v/24v/48v Battery — 2
Exterior Lighting › Turn Signal — 2
Tires › Tread/Belt — 1
Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch — 1
Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 55,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2015 Kia Sedona complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine · reported Oct 23, 2026

Oil consumption is an abnormal rate. Oil needs to be refilled almost every week, and the leak has caused deterioration of spark plugs.

Engine · reported Aug 5, 2026

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 diagnosis on XXX: metal debris on the exhaust camshaft position sensor, damaged camshaft phasers, a sheared camshaft pin, and metal contamination throughout the engine. The dealer states the engine requires either a major timing-system repair or complete engine replacement. This failure mode can cause…

Engine · reported Jul 12, 2026

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 from underneath the van. Pulled over and got my family out.

Structure · reported Jun 13, 2026

Right side sliding became stuck in closed position. Door was not openable by inside nor outside door handles. Not openable by automatic means such as push button. This situation slowed egress and could be a safety issue during emergency evacuation. During repair, KIA mechanics informed me that the forward latch (not the rear latch) of the sliding door was mechanically locked in closed position. The latch had to be destroyed from inside of vehicle to release latch to open door to be able to repair.

Electrical System · reported Jun 3, 2026

Our 2015 Kia Sedona VIN [XXX] developed CAN Bus fault codes U0001 U0100 U0101 rendering it completely undrivable following an incomplete warranty extension repair under WTY019 by Kia of Des Moines on [XXX] RO# [XXX]. The power sliding doors have been a persistent safety concern. The incomplete warranty extension repair left the sliding door not closing properly creating a safety hazard. The vehicle subsequently developed CAN Bus communication faults making it completely undrivable. After 28 days at Kia of Des Moines from May 4 to June 1 2026 under RO# [XXX] the CAN Bus fault was never…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2015 Kia Sedona have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2015 Kia Sedona: 21V-725 (electrical system, exterior lighting), 19V-109 (electrical system), 18V-338 (structure, electrical system). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2015 Kia Sedona?

Owners report engine problems most often (51 reports), followed by electrical system (37). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 55,000 miles.

Are Kia recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Kia dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.