How many airbag complaints does NHTSA have for the 2016 Kia Sedona?

NHTSA lists 19 airbag complaints for the 2016 Sedona, which is 6% of the 296 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2016 Kia Sedona airbags?

This data shows no related recalls listed for the 2016 Sedona airbag complaints, though some owner complaints reference other NHTSA campaign numbers regarding seat occupant-detection wiring.

At what mileage do airbag problems typically show up on the 2016 Sedona?

The median mileage at failure for airbag-related complaints on the 2016 Sedona is 50,000 miles.

Have airbag problems on the 2016 Sedona caused crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data shows 2 crashes and 3 injuries associated with the 19 airbag complaints for the 2016 Sedona.

What is the most common airbag complaint for the 2016 Kia Sedona?

Owners most often report the airbag warning light turning on and off randomly, frequently tied to the passenger seat occupant-detection sensor failing to register a passenger.

2016 Kia Sedona Airbags Problems

NHTSA lists 19 airbag complaints for the 2016 Kia Sedona, 6% of its 296 total complaints that year. These involve 2 crashes and 3 injuries, with a median failure mileage of 50,000 miles. No related recalls are listed in this data.

Airbags complaints: 19; 6% of 296
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 3
Median mileage: 50,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical airbag symptoms owners report

Airbag warning light turns on and off randomly while driving, sometimes staying on continuously.
Passenger seat occupant-detection sensor fails to recognize a passenger, triggering the airbag warning light.
Passenger seatbelt indicator light flickers on and off with no one in the seat.
Owners report the airbag light issue persists even after dealer repairs, sometimes recurring within days.
Some owners report the airbags did not deploy during a crash despite no prior warning light.

When 2016 Kia Sedona airbag complaints were filed

First complaint Sep 5, 2016, latest Sep 3, 2026.

19 complaints filed with NHTSA from Sep 2016 to Sep 2026; peak Dec 2020 (2).

Airbags recalls for the 2016 Kia Sedona

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Airbags complaints by Sedona model year

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

20102 (6%)
20114 (6%)
20129 (8%)
20130 (0%)
20143 (8%)
201511 (8%)
201619 (6%)
201713 (10%)
20186 (13%)
20192 (5%)
20200 (0%)
20211 (11%)

Frequently asked questions

How many airbag complaints does NHTSA have for the 2016 Kia Sedona?: NHTSA lists 19 airbag complaints for the 2016 Sedona, which is 6% of the 296 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2016 Kia Sedona airbags?: This data shows no related recalls listed for the 2016 Sedona airbag complaints, though some owner complaints reference other NHTSA campaign numbers regarding seat occupant-detection wiring.
At what mileage do airbag problems typically show up on the 2016 Sedona?: The median mileage at failure for airbag-related complaints on the 2016 Sedona is 50,000 miles.
Have airbag problems on the 2016 Sedona caused crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data shows 2 crashes and 3 injuries associated with the 19 airbag complaints for the 2016 Sedona.
What is the most common airbag complaint for the 2016 Kia Sedona?: Owners most often report the airbag warning light turning on and off randomly, frequently tied to the passenger seat occupant-detection sensor failing to register a passenger.