2008 Kia Sedona electronic stability control (esc) problems
15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electronic stability control (esc) on the 2008 Kia Sedona — 9% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2008 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that the ABS warning light was illuminated. The message "ESC OFF" was displayed. The contact stated that the headlights were inoperable. Additionally, the engine had overheated, causing an electrical short and battery failure. The battery was…”
filed Nov 12, 2025
“Tl* the contact owns a 2008 kia sedona. The contact stated several months ago, smoke was seen coming from the front of the vehicle while stopped at a stop sign. The contact stated that recently she parked, the vehicle and it failed to reverse, she checked the oil level however, there was no oil in…”
filed Jul 13, 2020
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Electronic Stability Control (esc) problems in other Sedona years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 Sedona | 1 | 0% |
| 2015 Sedona | 1 | 1% |
| 2011 Sedona | 2 | 3% |
| 2010 Sedona | 3 | 9% |
| 2009 Sedona | 7 | 15% |
| 2007 Sedona | 18 | 11% |
| 2006 Sedona | 20 | 5% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2008 Kia Sedona
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.