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2005 Kia Sedona Recall List

2 safety recall campaigns on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Kia Sedona, affecting engine and suspension, wheels & tires. Recall repairs are free at any authorized Kia dealer.

Recall campaigns
2
Do Not Drive
0
Park Outside
0
Over-the-air fixes
0
Latest report
Jul 20, 2005
Owner complaints
185

All 2005 Kia Sedona recalls

Newest first. Summaries are NHTSA’s own wording.

  1. NHTSA 05V329000Jul 20, 2005Engine118,447 vehicles

    Vehicle speed control:cables

    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.

    Remedy: 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.

  2. NHTSA 05V232000May 19, 2005Suspension, Wheels & Tires37,358 vehicles

    Wheels

    On certain mini vans equipped with alloy wheels, moisture can accumulate around the rear hub caps causing damage to the outer wheel bearing.

    Risk: Wheel bearing failure may occur without warning which could result in a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear hub caps free of charge. Upon inspection, some vehicles will also require replacement of the rear outer bearings and/or hub assembly. The recall began on june 13, 2005. Owners may contact kia at 1-800-333-4542.

Frequently asked questions

How many recalls does the 2005 Kia Sedona have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2005 Kia Sedona, covering engine and suspension, wheels & tires.
Are 2005 Kia Sedona recall repairs free?
Yes. Under U.S. law, manufacturers must fix safety recalls free of charge at authorized dealers, regardless of the vehicle’s age or how many owners it has had. Use the VIN check to see which campaigns are still open on a specific car.
What is the most recent recall on the 2005 Kia Sedona?
The most recent campaign is NHTSA 05V329000, reported Jul 20, 2005, concerning the engine.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.