2017 Kia Sedona recalls and problems
The 2017 Kia Sedona has 4 safety recalls and 134 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Kia dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2017 Kia Sedona vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2017 Kia Sedona recalls
Recall 22V-031: Air Bags
Problem: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Sedona, Soul, Soul EV, 2017-2018 Forte, and 2017 Forte Koup vehicles. The Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) cover may contact a memory chip on the printed circuit board and damage the electrical circuit. Circuit damage may result in deactivated air bags that will not deploy in a crash.
Risk: Air bags that do not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the ACU, and either update the software or replace the unit, as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 21, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC226.
Recall 21V-725: Electrical System, Exterior Lighting
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
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
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.
2017 Kia Sedona problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 60 | |
| Unknown or Other | 27 | |
| Electrical System | 23 | |
| Structure | 15 | |
| Air Bags | 13 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 11 | |
| Service Brakes | 4 | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 4 | |
| Power Train | 4 | |
| Steering | 3 | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 3 | |
| Seat Belts | 2 |
Most reported parts
- Structure › Body — 13
- Structure › Body › Door — 1
- Structure › Body › Hatchback/Liftgate — 1
- Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch — 1
- Exterior Lighting › Headlights — 1
- Exterior Lighting › Turn Signal — 1
- Fuel System, Gasoline › Fuel Injection System — 1
- Seat Belts › Rear/Other › Buckle Assembly — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 40,000 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 2017 Kia Sedona complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Kia Sedona years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2017 Kia Sedona have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2017 Kia Sedona: 22V-031 (air bags), 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 2017 Kia Sedona?
Owners report engine problems most often (60 reports), followed by unknown or other (27). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 40,000 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.