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KNDMB5C1XG6••••••2016 Kia SEDONA
This build draws 2.3× more complaints than the average 2016 Kia SEDONA build (17 vs 7).
17on this build
284on the model
39builds in total
1involved a fire
Most reportedEngine 7Structure 5Exterior Lighting 3Fuel/propulsion System 2
What owners of this build wrote
StructurefireJun 2018
The vehicle caught on fire while parked in the driveway and burned to the ground. We contacted kia motors regarding this. It took them weeks before they sent out a representative to inspect the vehicle. Upon inception of the vehicle they simply denied that the engine fire was…
Exterior LightingJun 2025
Rain water continually collects in both brakelight/taillight assemblies at the rear of the van. This causes the bulbs for the turn signal and brake light to burn out. This has been an issue since we purchased the vehicle in 2016. Initially, we could change the bulb(s) and they…
EngineNov 2024
Description of Incident: What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The engine of my 2016 Kia Sedona seized due to a lack of oil. The oil pressure warning light, which is designed to alert the driver to low oil pressure or…
Unknown Or OtherJul 2024
Paint is chipping on my white Kia
Power TrainJul 2024
There was a sudden loss of power while in the middle of the highway. Further inspection resulted in low oil and metal flakes in the oil filter. At the time of initial loss of power there was absolutely zero warning or indication of any issues at all
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN KNDMB5C1XG6112910 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.