2010 Kia Sedona Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Good The 2010 Kia Sedona ranks 13th of 17 model years with a complaint index of 25 and a Good verdict. It has 32 complaints, 5 recalls, and brakes and electrical issues as the top reported problem areas.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 25/100
- #13 of 17 Sedona years
- Verdict
- Good
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 32
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 5
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 4
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 3
- Injuries
- 1
- Top issue
- Brakes
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 19
- 17 city / 23 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 1 / 0
Top 2010 Kia Sedona problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Brakes10 (31%)
- Electrical System10 (31%)
- Structure & Body5 (16%)
- Engine4 (13%)
- Fuel System3 (9%)
- Other3 (9%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires3 (9%)
- Transmission & Powertrain3 (9%)
- Airbags2 (6%)
- Seat Belts1 (3%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Owners describe the brake pedal failing to stop the vehicle promptly, in one case leading to a crash into a tree after reported unintended acceleration.
- One driver reported that at highway speed the brakes and emergency brake both failed to stop the vehicle, forcing the driver to turn off the ignition to stop.
- Airbags reportedly failed to deploy in a side-impact crash, resulting in injuries requiring medical attention.
- A fuel line reportedly detached while driving and sparked a fire near the vehicle, though the driver exited safely.
- Owners report a rear sliding door handle breaking off during normal use.
- Tires reportedly lost air repeatedly overnight, with dealers and shops unable to diagnose the cause before finding a wheel welding defect.
2010 Kia Sedona recalls
5 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- 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.
- NHTSA 16V387000Jun 1, 2016Suspension, Wheels & Tires97,884 vehicles
Suspension:front:control arm:lower arm
Kia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2006-2012 Kia Sedona vehicles manufactured from June 15, 2005, through August 14, 2012 and originally sold in, or currently registered in Alaska, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. In the affected vehicles, the front lower control arms may break due to corrosion from salt water exposure such as from road salt use.
Risk: A broken control arm can result in the loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners and dealers will replace the front lower control arms on 2006-2007 models. 2008-2012 models will either have their front lower control arms replaced or additional anti-corrosion coating will be applied. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on July 27, 2016. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC133.
- NHTSA 16V389000Jun 1, 2016Structure & Body219,800 vehicles
Latches/locks/linkages:hood:latch
Kia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Kia Sedona vehicles manufactured from June 15, 2005, through April 04, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the secondary hood latch may bind and remain in the unlatched position when the hood is closed.
Risk: If the primary latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood could unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners and dealers will replace the secondary hood latch or clean and lubricate the latch, depending on the vehicle's location and the condition of the latch. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on July 27, 2016. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's recall number is SC134.
2010 Kia Sedona fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 17 MPG
- Highway
- 23 MPG
- Combined
- 19 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,400
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2010 compared with other Sedona years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2010 Kia Sedona reliable?
- Compared to other Sedona model years, the 2010 rates Good, with a complaint index of 25 and rank 13 of 17 years. It has fewer reported complaints than earlier years like 2005-2009.
- What are the main problems with the 2010 Kia Sedona?
- NHTSA complaints point to brakes (31% of complaints) and the electrical system (31%) as the top problem areas, followed by structure and body issues.
- Does the 2010 Kia Sedona have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2010 Sedona, covering the ABS module, front lower control arms, secondary hood latch, and an electrical component; none are do-not-drive recalls.
- How does the 2010 Sedona compare to other years?
- The 2010 Sedona has a complaint index of 25, much lower than the worst year, 2006, at 94, but higher than the best years, 2020 and 2021, both under 15.
- What is the median mileage for brake complaints on the 2010 Sedona?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 68,000 miles for brake-related complaints on the 2010 Sedona.