There are no safety recalls for the 2021 Kia Sedona, but owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA.
2021 Kia Sedona problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 | |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | |
| Tires | 2 | |
| Engine | 2 | |
| Electrical System | 2 | |
| Air Bags | 1 | |
| Seat Belts | 1 | |
| Lane Departure | 1 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | |
| Structure | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Tires › Tread/Belt — 2
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 1
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 1
- Lane Departure › Blind Spot Detection — 1
- Structure › Body — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 6,800 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 2021 Kia Sedona complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Engine · reported Oct 14, 2026
This vehicle is burning oil at an alarming rate. Between oil changes it has lost 4 quarts before. I constantly have to check and add oil and have experienced stuck pistons and rough idle due to the oil not being at a safe level. Kia service advisors have admitted there have been reports of this happening with this engine, but no recall or inspection has been initiated to my knowledge. They did just issue an optional emission campaign that I completed, but it is unrelated to the oil burn issue.
Structure · reported Aug 6, 2026
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 passenger could have been at risk. Driving while a van door is OPENING. I am taking it to the dealer this morning. Have to figure out how to get it there since the door wont close. Has not been inspected yet. The door ajar started to go off and the door started opening.
Electrical System · reported Oct 7, 2025
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 shop multiple times and no one can figure out why it is doing it. It feels like the belts are slipping or the transmission is slipping or something, but no one can find a legit reason as to why. This has been happening since I bought the car and it has never stopped with anything I have tried to do or Iâve had inspected.
Engine · reported Aug 28, 2025
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 multi-car accident. There were no warning lamps. Car was towed to Ancira Kia in San Antonio. Here is the RO# [XXX] for reference. Also case number from Kia [XXX]. As there is no current Recall Kia refused to take responsibility. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Vehicle Speed Control · reported Jun 17, 2025
We purchased a brand-new 2021 Kia Sedona in 2021. Since January, weâve been experiencing an intermittent but serious issue where the vehicle refuses to accelerate or shift beyond a certain point. This issue has put us in dangerous situations multiple times. One incident occurred while crossing a fast-moving, single-lane roadâour vehicle would not accelerate to the appropriate speed, placing us at serious risk. On another occasion, while merging onto a highway, the car failed to accelerate, and we feared being rear-ended due to our inability to keep up with traffic. There are no warning…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2021 Kia Sedona have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2021 Kia Sedona as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2021 Kia Sedona?
Owners report vehicle speed control problems most often (2 reports), followed by forward collision avoidance (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 6,800 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.