2019 Kia Sedona engine problems
10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2019 Kia Sedona — 27% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the engine overheated. The vehicle was driven to the local dealer, who diagnosed that the engine head bolts had failed. The contact was informed that the engine…”
filed Aug 6, 2026
“My 2019 kia sedona showed the exact same symptoms for the oil pressure switch recall red oil light on the dash and a leaking oil pressure switch.2010 to 2018 sedona why was the 2019 model not added to the list”
filed Dec 20, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
WARRANTY EXTENSION CAMPAIGN: REIMBURSEMENT FORM (WTY034) - This document is a Reimbursement Request form that was mailed with the customer letter advising them to submit the form if they had paid for repairs for this…
WTY034_REIMB · Warranty Program/Extension · issued May 25, 2024
Engine problems in other Sedona years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Sedona | 5 | 25% |
| 2018 Sedona | 21 | 44% |
| 2017 Sedona | 60 | 45% |
| 2016 Sedona | 146 | 49% |
| 2015 Sedona | 50 | 36% |
| 2014 Sedona | 9 | 23% |
| 2012 Sedona | 18 | 17% |
| 2011 Sedona | 11 | 17% |
| 2010 Sedona | 1 | 3% |
| 2009 Sedona | 3 | 6% |
| 2008 Sedona | 6 | 4% |
| 2007 Sedona | 10 | 6% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2019 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.