KIA Sedona Vehicle Speed Control Problems
Owners have filed 174 complaints with NHTSA about vehicle speed control problems on the KIA Sedona across 18 model years. The 2008 model year has the most (38). The words owners use most often: “throttle position sensor” (15% of reports).
- 174vehicle speed control complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 28mention a crash
- 11mention an injury
- 2related recalls
- 40%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Throttle position sensor: mentioned in 26 of 174 complaints (15%)
- Suddenly unexpectedly: mentioned in 17 of 174 complaints (10%)
- Fleet failed: mentioned in 13 of 174 complaints (7%)
- Causes van: mentioned in 12 of 174 complaints (7%)
At what mileage do vehicle speed control problems happen?
Based on 139 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 174 complaints, 28 mention a crash, 4 a fire, 11 an injury.
KIA Sedona vehicle speed control complaints by model year
| Model year | Vehicle Speed Control complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Sedona | 2 | 20% | 6,800 |
| 2019 Sedona | 1 | 3% | 500 |
| 2018 Sedona | 1 | 2% | 6,293 |
| 2017 Sedona | 2 | 1% | 47,500 |
| 2016 Sedona | 5 | 2% | 25,000 |
| 2015 Sedona | 2 | 1% | 1,000 |
| 2014 Sedona | 3 | 8% | 6,000 |
| 2012 Sedona | 7 | 6% | 14,125 |
| 2011 Sedona | 5 | 8% | 64,000 |
| 2010 Sedona | 4 | 13% | 106,000 |
| 2009 Sedona | 7 | 15% | 30,000 |
| 2008 Sedona | 38 | 22% | 25,000 |
| 2007 Sedona | 21 | 13% | 66,000 |
| 2006 Sedona | 22 | 6% | 63,500 |
| 2005 Sedona | 11 | 6% | 91,000 |
| 2004 Sedona | 12 | 7% | 78,000 |
| 2003 Sedona | 13 | 8% | 19,900 |
| 2002 Sedona | 18 | 9% | 43,828 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (2)
Vehicle speed control:cables
Model years: 2003, 2004, 2005
Problem: 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.
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.
Vehicle speed control:cables
Model years: 2002, 2003
Problem: On certain mini vans, during assembly, the throttle cable would twist itself out of position.
Risk: This can permit the cable to be hung up, which could result in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the throttle cable free of charge. Vehicles produced from march 20, 2001 through november 7, 2001 will have a guide clip installed on the throttle body assembly in order to ensure that the tension force cable does not move out of position. Vehicles manufactured beginning on november 8, 2001, already have the extended guide, which accomplishes the same objective. The recall began march 21, 2005. Owners may contact kia at 1-800-333-4542.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
Our 2015 Kia Sedona VIN [XXX] developed CAN Bus fault codes U0001 U0100 U0101 rendering it completely undrivable following an incomplete warranty extension repair under WTY019 by Kia of Des Moines on [XXX] RO# [XXX]. The power sliding doors have been a persistent safety concern. The incomplete…
We purchased a brand-new 2021 Kia Sedona in 2021. Since January, weâve been experiencing an intermittent but serious issue where the vehicle refuses to accelerate or shift beyond a certain point. This issue has put us in dangerous situations multiple times. One incident occurred while crossing a…
The contact owns a 2012 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that while attempting to parallel park and gear in drive, the vehicle independently accelerated violently while lightly depressing the accelerator pedal. No warning light illuminated. The contact crashed the front of the vehicle into the rear…
While driving, van went to half power with no warning light. Would not go above 15 MPH. It had recently had an oil change at a KIA dealership, but when we took to the shop, the oil was barely existent and foamy. It is undriveable and 3 different mechanics have said it cannot be fixed without a new…
My vehicle transmission valve body shift solenoid D has malfunctioning causing my engine overheat and nearly explode
Frequently asked questions
Do all KIA Sedonas have vehicle speed control problems?
No. NHTSA has 174 owner complaints about vehicle speed control for the KIA Sedona. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the KIA Sedona vehicle speed control?
Yes: 2 safety recalls list vehicle speed control. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about vehicle speed control problems on the KIA Sedona?
The most frequent phrase is “throttle position sensor”, in 26 of 174 complaints, followed by “suddenly unexpectedly” (17).
Other KIA Sedona problems
- Electrical System problems (481)
- Engine problems (398)
- Air Bags problems (239)
- Structure problems (230)
- Suspension problems (187)
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems (181)
- Exterior Lighting problems (156)
- Engine and Engine Cooling problems (132)
See all KIA Sedona problems.