2004 KIA Sedona EX Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Sedona EX years
- Not enough data 2nd of 3 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 37 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 KIA Sedona EX. That ranks 2nd out of 3 Sedona EX model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is steering (11 complaints, 30%), typically at around 79,618 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 3 fires, 4 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations involving it.
- 37owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 2NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2004 KIA Sedona EX problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 11 | 30% | 79,618 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 6 | 16% | 44,500 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 5 | 14% | 50,599 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 11% | 61,485 | — | — |
| Wheels | 4 | 11% | 37,500 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 3 | 8% | 156,890 | — | — |
| Power Train | 3 | 8% | 57,902 | — | — |
| Suspension | 3 | 8% | 78,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 3 | 8% | 90,350 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 5% | 71,500 | — | — |
| Seats | 2 | 5% | 55,850 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 3% | 30,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 3% | 79,500 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 3% | 250,000 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 3% | 76,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 3% | 250,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2004 KIA Sedona EX recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Seats
Problem: On certain passenger vehicles equipped with power seats, the wiring under the front seats could be misrouted, allowing contact with metal seat components.
Risk: This contact could eventually result in a short circuit condition that may result in a fire in the junction box area of the vehicle.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and re-route the wires under the power seats, if necessary, as well as install protective seaming welts around those wires to better insulate them. The recall began on november 28, 2005. Owners may contact kia at 1-800-333-4542.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Steering intermediate shaft binding (EA08017) — opened Aug 28, 2008, closed Jul 1, 2009.
- Steering binding (PE08033) — opened Apr 28, 2008, closed Aug 28, 2008.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Power steering makes whining sound when turning the wheel, power steer fluid low in canister due to leaks. Hard to turn to the steering wheel when turning. Don't know if belts affected i hear a humming sound. Don't know if the power steering pump is working properly. Constantly adding fluid to the…
After having a variety of mechanics diagnose a problem of my vehicle not starting for 20 mins to 1 hour after the engine is warm & after the vehicle does start; it has a very strong gasoline &/or additive smell. I went to a kia dealer to have their opinion: the kia mechanic stated: to start a…
I bought my sedona on or about february 7 2015. After aweek almost two. I was broke down and stranded in the middle of the road.van was so hot it wouldn't start and. Behaved as a vehicle with a blown head gasket . The dishonest criked. Crook sales man at the dealer. Ship wound. Not fix it at first…
Engine seized without any warning. There wasn't much traffic on the road and helped to steer the vehicle to the shoulder. In bad weather and/or traffic conditions, this could have resulted in a serious accident. I strongly believe that there are some safety issues with the engine of this vehicle…
While driving today, i noticed a whining noise, with a slight grinding noise to it as well. Initially thinking it was the brakes, i listened closer and realized it was not happening when braking but rather seemed to be happening when turning, primarily during acceleration. Soon after the turn as i…
Other KIA Sedona EX years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 37 | 1 |
| 2003 Sedona EX | 34 | 1 |
| 2002 Sedona EX | 50 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2004 KIA Sedona EX?
Owners most often report steering, service brakes, hydraulic, electrical system problems. The top one, steering, accounts for 11 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2004 KIA Sedona EX?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2004 KIA Sedona EX a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Sedona EX model years, the 2004 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.