How many electrical complaints does NHTSA have for the 2017 Kia Sedona?

NHTSA lists 29 Electrical System complaints for the 2017 Sedona, which is 22% of the 134 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2017 Kia Sedona's electrical system?

Yes, two recalls apply: campaign 21V725000 for Smart Junction Box software that can affect turn signal interpretation, and campaign 19V109000 for an occupant detection system wiring harness under the front passenger seat that can break over time.

At what mileage do 2017 Sedona electrical problems typically appear?

The median mileage at failure for Electrical System complaints on the 2017 Sedona is 31,000 miles.

What are the most common electrical symptoms owners report?

Owners most often describe repeated headlight bulb failures, backup camera display problems, malfunctioning sliding doors, and erratic turn signals.

Were there any crashes or fires linked to these electrical complaints?

No. NHTSA data for this complaint area on the 2017 Sedona shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries.

2017 Kia Sedona Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 29 Electrical System complaints for the 2017 Kia Sedona, 22% of its 134 total complaints that year, with a median failure mileage of 31,000. Two related recalls cover the Smart Junction Box software and the front seat occupant detection wiring harness.

Electrical System complaints: 29; 22% of 134
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 31,000 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Low-beam headlight bulbs repeatedly burn out on one or both sides, with some owners replacing bulbs every few months.
Backup camera image intermittently fails to display or washes out in bright sunlight when backing up.
Wipers turn on by themselves or fail to change speed without driver input.
Sliding doors and their sensors malfunction, including doors that open unexpectedly while driving or fail to stop when something is in the way.
Turn signals behave erratically, including signals that switch sides on their own or stop working intermittently.
Dashboard warning lights, such as the check engine light, illuminate without an identified cause.

When 2017 Kia Sedona electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 27, 2018, latest Aug 23, 2026.

29 complaints filed with NHTSA from Feb 2018 to Aug 2026; peak Feb 2019 (2).

Electrical System recalls for the 2017 Kia Sedona

NHTSA 21V725000Sep 17, 2021Electrical System88,576 vehicles
Electrical system:software
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Sedona vehicles. The Smart Junction Box (SJB) software logic may not properly interpret the signals received from the multifunction switch, which could cause the turn signal to activate in the opposite direction of what the driver intended.
Risk: A turn signal activating in the opposite direction of what was intended by the driver increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the SJB software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 12, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC217.
NHTSA 19V109000Feb 19, 2019Electrical System94,389 vehicles
Electrical system:wiring
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Sedona vehicles equipped with manually-adjusted front passenger seats. Over time, the Occupant Detection System (ODS) wiring harness located underneath the front passenger seat may break from the seat being occupied.
Risk: If a child is in a child seat in the front seat, a broken ODS wiring harness will not prevent the front passenger air bag from deploying in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury to the child.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will remove the wire harness clip to prevent the wiring harness from breaking. If the harness is found damaged, the front passenger seat cushion will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 19, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC175.

Electrical System complaints by Sedona model year

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

201010 (31%)
201112 (18%)
201234 (32%)
20130 (0%)
201413 (33%)
201547 (34%)
201674 (25%)
201729 (22%)
201812 (25%)
20194 (11%)
20204 (20%)
20212 (22%)

Frequently asked questions

How many electrical complaints does NHTSA have for the 2017 Kia Sedona?: NHTSA lists 29 Electrical System complaints for the 2017 Sedona, which is 22% of the 134 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2017 Kia Sedona's electrical system?: Yes, two recalls apply: campaign 21V725000 for Smart Junction Box software that can affect turn signal interpretation, and campaign 19V109000 for an occupant detection system wiring harness under the front passenger seat that can break over time.
At what mileage do 2017 Sedona electrical problems typically appear?: The median mileage at failure for Electrical System complaints on the 2017 Sedona is 31,000 miles.
What are the most common electrical symptoms owners report?: Owners most often describe repeated headlight bulb failures, backup camera display problems, malfunctioning sliding doors, and erratic turn signals.
Were there any crashes or fires linked to these electrical complaints?: No. NHTSA data for this complaint area on the 2017 Sedona shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries.