Kia Sedona recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 9 safety recalls naming the Kia Sedona, launched from 2003 to 2020. Most recalls cover only cars built in certain dates or chassis number ranges, so check a specific car on GOV.UK's recall check.
Kia Sedona recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 9
- 2003 to 2020
- Latest recall
- 20 July 2020
- R/2020/187
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Kia Sedona recall
Newest first. The concern is the part or system affected, the defect is what can go wrong, and the remedy is what the manufacturer does to put it right.
WATER OR OIL MAY ENTER THE HYDRAULIC ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT
R/2020/187, launched 20 July 2020, 15,645 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Sorento
Defect: Water or oil may enter the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit over a long period of time causing an electrical short circuit.
Remedy: Install a relay to isolate the HECU when the ignition is switched off.
BONNET CATCH MAY FAIL
R/2016/197, launched 1 October 2016, 10,141 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Affected vehicles may suffer surface corrosion that could cause the secondary bonnet latch to remain in the open position when the bonnet is closed. Under these circumstances if the bonnet has not been properly and fully closed in the lock position the bonnet may open while driving and obscure the driver’s vision
Remedy: Replace bonnet catch on affected vehicles.
FRONT SUSPENSION ARM MAY FAIL
R/2014/012, launched 31 March 2014, 9,964 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The front suspension lower suspension arms may corrode due to insufficient coating of the steel on the inner surfaces. Excessive corrosion could cause weakening of the arms (Thinning of metal). Gradual weakening of the lower suspension arms. Customers are unlikely to notice any symptoms but may notice juddering from suspension area. Ultimately the arm could fracture.
Remedy: The front suspension lower arms will be checked for corrosion and the thickness of the steel measured. If the thickness of the steel is sufficient the cavities will be filled with cavity wax to prevent corrosion. If the thickness of the steel is below the minimum the arms will be replaced.
BRAKE LIGHTS MAY MALFUNCTION
R/2013/055, launched 1 June 2013, 40,769 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Carens, Megentis, Optima, Sorento, Soul, Sportage
Defect: The vehicles brake lights may intermittently malfunction due to carbonisation of the contacts within the brake light switch. This can also affect other systems on the vehicle including: ESC cruise control gear selection (autoboxes) engine check lamp.
Remedy: Recall vehicles likely to be affected to replace the brake light switch.
BRAKE LIGHT MAY NOT OPERATE
R/2009/092, launched 9 November 2009, 1,816 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Carens, Sorento, Sportage
Defect: It has been identified that due to a faulty switch the brake lights may not operate when the brake pedal is depressed
Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the brake light switch replaced.
POSSIBILITY OF FIRE
R/2006/001, launched 6 March 2006, 2,347 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The wiring to the driver's electric seat adjuster may chafe on the sharp edge of the seat base which may result in an electrical short circuit. This can cause the wiring and fuse-box to overheat and a risk of fire.
Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the routing of the wiring checked and any sharp edges will be insulated.
POSSIBILITY OF REAR BEARING FAILURE
R/2005/073, launched 14 September 2005, 5,375 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Poor rear wheel bearing cap sealing arrangement can lead to moisture accumulating in the rear wheel bearing and possible failure.
Remedy: Recall the likely to be affected vehicles and fit modified caps. Any faulty bearings will also be replaced.
POSSIBILITY OF ENGINE SIEZURE
R/2005/072, launched 14 September 2005, 446 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: An incorrect engine oil pump strainer may have been fitted during production. This can result in the oil supply to the engine being affected and an engine seizure.
Remedy: Affected vehicles will have the engine oil pump strainer replaced.
REPROGRAMMING OF ABS ECM
R/2003/162, launched 10 November 2003, 2,638 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Carens, Rio
Defect: An ABS programming error could cause reduced braking force at speeds under 40 kmh
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and reprogramme ABSECM and RDM data
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
What to do next
If you own a Kia Sedona, check its registration on GOV.UK and ask a Kia dealer whether any recall work is outstanding. If you are buying one, ask the seller for proof the work was done, and run a Motoring Insider history check for finance, write-offs and the MOT history.