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2006 Kia Sedona Brakes Problems

NHTSA has 57 owner complaints about brake problems in the 2006 Kia Sedona, 15% of all 385 complaints for this model year. That is #2 highest brake complaint count among 17 Sedona model years. These complaints report 4 fires. Median mileage at failure: 62,650 miles.

Brakes complaints
57
15% of 385
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
4
Injuries reported
0
Median mileage
62,650 mi
Related recalls
2

When 2006 Kia Sedona brake complaints were filed

First complaint May 2, 2007, latest May 6, 2026.

2006 Kia Sedona brakes complaints: complaints filed per month5May 2007Aug 2008Jul 2010Dec 2011Aug 2015Aug 2017Jul 2020
57 complaints filed with NHTSA from May 2007 to May 2026; peak Apr 2020 (5).

Brakes recalls for the 2006 Kia Sedona

  1. NHTSA 20V088000Feb 14, 2020Brakes228,829 vehicles

    Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module

    Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2006-2010 Sedona and 2007-2009 Sorento vehicles. Moisture may enter the Anti-lock Brake (ABS) Module and result in an electrical short.

    Risk: An electrical short within the ABS Module may cause an engine compartment fire, even when the vehicle is turned off, increasing the risk of an injury.

    Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will install a relay in the main junction box to prevent power from being directed to the HECU when the vehicle's ignition switch is turned off, free of charge. The recall began June 5, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC186.

  2. NHTSA 06V265000Jul 19, 2006Brakes13,060 vehicles

    Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

    On certain passenger vehicles, the rear caliper brake hoses may be out of position. An improperly positioned rear caliper brake hose may contact rear suspension components and over time breach the integrity of the hose.

    Risk: This would result in the loss of brake fluid, which could cause decreased brake function, leading to crash and personal injuries.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the positioning of the rear caliper brake hoses and adjust or replace them free of charge. The recall began on september 15, 2006. Owners may contact kia at 1-800-333-4542.

Brakes complaints by Sedona model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

  1. 200581 (44%)
  2. 200657 (15%)
  3. 200729 (18%)
  4. 200833 (19%)
  5. 200914 (29%)
  6. 201010 (31%)
  7. 20116 (9%)
  8. 20128 (7%)
  9. 20130 (0%)
  10. 20142 (5%)
  11. 20156 (4%)
  12. 20168 (3%)
  13. 20174 (3%)
  14. 20182 (4%)
  15. 20193 (8%)
  16. 20201 (5%)
  17. 20210 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2006 Kia Sedona have brake problems?
NHTSA has 57 owner complaints about the brake in the 2006 Kia Sedona, 15% of all complaints for this model year. Median mileage at failure is 62,650 miles.
Which Kia Sedona year has the most brake complaints?
The 2005 Kia Sedona has the most brake complaints (81), compared with 57 for the 2006.
Is there a brake recall for the 2006 Kia Sedona?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns for the 2006 Kia Sedona concern the brake: 20V088000 and 06V265000.

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.