2015 Kia Sedona vs 2016 Kia Sedona
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2015 Kia Sedona | 2016 Kia Sedona |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 137 | 289 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 146 | 112 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 10 |
| Fire reports | 9 | 14 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20 | 20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 64,073 mi | 70,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Kia Sedona | Kia Sedona |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 50 | 144 |
| Electrical System | 36 | 44 |
| Exterior Lighting | 17 | 37 |
| Structure | 19 | 22 |
| Air Bags | 11 | 18 |
| Power Train | 4 | 13 |
| Service Brakes | 6 | 7 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 9 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 14 | 24 |
| Stalling | 11 | 11 |
| Overheating | 10 | 18 |
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 11 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 22 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 12 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 10 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 7 |
2015 Kia Sedona
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.