CarRecallWatchThe 2019 Kia Sedona has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 39 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 1 fire, 5 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (12 reports).
2Recalls
39Owner complaints
2Crashes reported
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2019 Kia Sedona recalls
Air Bags May Fail to Deploy in a Crash
The Air Bag Control Unit cover may touch a memory chip on the circuit board inside the unit and damage the electrical circuit.
Seat belt buckle may be on wrong side, blocking proper use
On certain vehicles with an 8-passenger seating arrangement, the buckle for the second-row middle seat belt may have been installed on the wrong side of the seat.
Most common 2019 Kia Sedona problems
Problem areas named in the 39 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 12 |
| Structure | 9 |
| Power Train | 4 |
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 3 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Tires | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 |
What owners report
This vehicle has been consuming oil at a fast rate. We have had them do oil consumption tests multiple times and each time they tell us itâs considered normal. They have also told us that an oil warning light would come on if itâs too low, but that has never happened. We have had zero warning lights and have had to constantly monitor the oil level and top it off. We have it serviced regularly by the same place. Now, the oil is burning at a faster rate, after driving 700-800 miles round trip, with full oil, it was on the lowest line on the dipstick and we noticed black marks on the garage floor near the exhaust and have heard sounds. Still no warning lights on. We topped the oil of
In 2025 I had my camshaft replaced by Fox Valley VW of [XXX]. They completed work on my camshaft with a misfire notification of cylinders 2, 4 and 6. Most recently, our sedona had a head gasket blow resulting in it needing a full replacement of the long block assembly. This was determined by the Kia Service Center of McGraf Kia on [XXX]. My vehicle has the 3.3L Lambda engine in which Kia extended the warranty on the head bolts and head gaskets. (Kia Campaign WTY035 and [XXX]). During our ownership, my husband and I kept up with all regular maintenance; oil changes with the proper oil, measuring our fluid levels, changing brakes etc. Our coolant never needed to be topped off until our engine
Dear NHTSA Customer Service Representative, I am writing to file a safety complaint regarding the sliding side doors of a 2019 Kia Sedona operated by our church. Currently, neither side door closes properly, creating a serious safety concern while the vehicle is being driven. Because this vehicle is used for church-related transportation, the safety and proper operation of its doors are especially important. I contacted both an authorized Kia dealership and Kia Customer Care regarding this issue. However, I was informed that the applicable recall covers only vehicles manufactured through the 2018 model year and that my 2019 model is therefore excluded. The problem initially developed in
The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the engine overheated. The vehicle was driven to the local dealer, who diagnosed that the engine head bolts had failed. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The engine was replaced. The contact stated that later while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed back to the dealer who diagnosed that the ignition coil had failed. The ignition coil and spark plug seals were replaced, and the vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 146,000.
The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that the heat and A/C control knobs had melted twice, and the contact had purchased and personally replaced the entire control panel. Additionally, the contact stated that there was an abnormal strong fuel odor coming from the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed, and the low-pressure fuel pump and fuel injectors were replaced on separate occasions. However, the failure recurred while leaving the dealer. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where it was determined that the high-pressure fuel pump needed to be replaced; however, after the repair, the vehicle star
2019 Kia Sedona questions
Does the 2019 Kia Sedona have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2019 Kia Sedona: Air Bags May Fail to Deploy in a Crash; Seat belt buckle may be on wrong side, blocking proper use. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Kia Sedona?
Based on 39 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (12), Structure (9), Power Train (4).
How do I check if a recall on my 2019 Kia Sedona has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
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