KnownCarProblems2005 Kia Sedona Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 185 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Kia Sedona, most often about the brakes (44% of complaints, typically around 8,500 miles). It is 4th of 19 Sedona model years by number of complaints and has 2 recalls.
Most common 2005 Kia Sedona problems
Brakes
81 complaints · 44%Half of these problems showed up before 8,500 miles. Parts named most often: foundation components, antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, antilock, fluid.
A regular maintenance at the dealership caused a defect in my vehicle's brakes, a tire rotation defect and a steering problem(vehicle keeps on pulling to the right and brake pedal too soft and almost touches the floor when used-brake ineffective). The dealer did not show any signs of concern about the safety of the…
July 2006 I noticed a smell of burning brakes or something similar. But after I turned the vehicle off for an hour the smell disappeared. Then on july 4th 2006 we were 10 miles from home and noticed the radio turned off, then a few more miles the gauges all turned off, then by the time we got off the freeway, the car…
Engine
27 complaints · 15%Half of these problems showed up before 88,000 miles. Parts named most often: engine, cooling system.
The contact owns a 2005 Kia Sedona. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, she noticed that the vehicle was overheating. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated she attempted to open the hood of the vehicle to determine the cause of the failure, but the hood would not open. The vehicle…
I was driving down the road when the clear road turned into black ice going around a corner, I then got pulled into snow and then side swiped a telephone pole that sent me into a boulder bigger than my car. The impact was at 30mph and the air bags were supposed to deploy between 7 and 10mph. My head when into the…
Wheels and tires
24 complaints · 13%Half of these problems showed up before 64,500 miles. Parts named most often: hub.
In reference to campaign id number: 05v232000. My Kia Sedona has the defective wheel bearings as indicated by the report, but somehow has not been included in the original recall. My vehicle is being serviced by kiefer Kia in eugene, oregon. The dealership is making, and paying for, necessary repairs. To my…
We have a 2005 Sedona which we love. It's been a great car for US. Unfortunately, we have had ongoing issues with it for some time now. Our main problem and concern right now is with the front end struts and or alignment. The noise and knocking at low speeds (especially when accelerating from a stand-still) is…
Electrical
22 complaints · 12%Half of these problems showed up before 12,000 miles. Parts named most often: ignition, instrument cluster/panel, horn, starter assembly.
I have had my Kia Sedona in the shop 5 times now due to it blowing fuses under the hood, the dealer says there is nothing wrong and they just keep replacing the fuses. Seems to me there is a electrical problem somewhere, I am worried this can become a potential fire hazard.
July 2006 I noticed a smell of burning brakes or something similar. But after I turned the vehicle off for an hour the smell disappeared. Then on july 4th 2006 we were 10 miles from home and noticed the radio turned off, then a few more miles the gauges all turned off, then by the time we got off the freeway, the car…
Air bags
16 complaints · 9%Half of these problems showed up before 90,000 miles. Parts named most often: frontal.
I was driving down the road when the clear road turned into black ice going around a corner, I then got pulled into snow and then side swiped a telephone pole that sent me into a boulder bigger than my car. The impact was at 30mph and the air bags were supposed to deploy between 7 and 10mph. My head when into the…
The contact owned a 2005 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that the vehicle lost control while turning at 30 MPH on ice. As a result, the vehicle crashed into a telephone pole and some boulders. The air bags did not deploy during the crash. A police report was filed and all three occupants of the vehicle at the time were…
Steering
14 complaints · 8%Half of these problems showed up before 93,500 miles. Parts named most often: steering wheel/handle bar, linkages.
The contact owns a 2005 Kia Sedona. The contact stated while driving 5 MPH, the steering wheel turned in a full circle several times independently. The air bag warning light illuminated and the horn sounded prior to the engine shutting off. The vehicle was merged to the side of the road. The vehicle was not diagnosed…
The contact owns a 2005 Kia Sedona. While driving at low speeds and making a right turn, the steering wheel seized. As a result, the contact crashed into a curb and the air bags failed to deploy. A police report was not filed and no injuries were reported. The vehicle was taken to multiple dealers and independent…
Suspension
14 complaints · 8%Half of these problems showed up before 6,500 miles. Parts named most often: front, rear.
Every 2-5 thousand miles the rotors become warped "excessive lateral run out" per Kia the front tires wear excessively, and the vehicle does not stay aligned. All that Kia will do is replace the front rotors and pads until the warranty is out then the consumer pays. After hours of research on line the front breaks are…
Vehicle has multiple brake issues...replaced front rotor and pads 3 times, and replaced front wheel bearings twice. Vehicle was bought with 7,226 miles and now has 20,000 miles. The belts were replaced twice and the front suspension was fixed twice so far. Vehicle was bought at zeiser motors is st. Peters mo and the…
Speed control
11 complaints · 6%Half of these problems showed up before 91,000 miles. Parts named most often: cables.
The contact owns a 2005 Kia Sedona. While driving into a parking space with the brake pedal depressed, the vehicle suddenly accelerated forward and crashed into a metal trash dumpster. On another occasion, while the contact was depressing the brake pedal and approaching a traffic light, the vehicle experienced…
The contact owns a 2005 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that the vehicle lost power while driving at various speeds and the check engine light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the throttle position sensor failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2005 Kia Sedona recalls
Speed control: cables
Risk: This can cause the cable to stick, thus preventing the engine from returning to idle and causing the vehicle to maintain speed or accelerate. Such an event can occur without warning and could cause a crash.
Fix: Dealers will modify a protective sleeve around the throttle cable. The recall began on august 15, 2005. Owners may contact kia at 1-800-333-4542.
Full defect summary
On certain mini vans, freezing conditions can cause water on the throttle cable to freeze during normal operation. Resistance to movement of the throttle cable can occur when the driver lifts their foot off of the gas pedal.
Wheels and tires: wheels
Risk: Wheel bearing failure may occur without warning which could result in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the rear hub caps free of charge. Upon inspection, some vehicles will also require replacement of the rear outer bearings and/or hub assembly. The recall began on june 13, 2005. Owners may contact kia at 1-800-333-4542.
Full defect summary
On certain mini vans equipped with alloy wheels, moisture can accumulate around the rear hub caps causing damage to the outer wheel bearing.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2005 Kia Sedona
- What are the most common problems with the 2005 Kia Sedona?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: brakes (81 complaints, typically around 8,500 miles); engine (27 complaints, typically around 88,000 miles); wheels and tires (24 complaints, typically around 64,500 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2005 Kia Sedona have?
- 2 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from July 20, 2005 (speed control). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2005 a bad year for the Kia Sedona?
- It is 4th of 19 Sedona model years by number of complaints, with 185 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.