2005 Kia Sedona
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Brakes
Brakes leads by volume: 81 of 185 complaints (44%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (14) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 212 in 2004 to 185 in 2005.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2003 | 2004 | 2005 | 2006 | 2007 | vs. 2005 Minivan - 2WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,900 | 3,900 | 3,650 | 3,450 | 3,450 | |
| Combined MPG | 16 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 18 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 14 / 18 | 14 / 21 | 14 / 21 | 16 / 23 | 16 / 23 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 555 | 555 | 523 | 494 | 494 | |
| Complaints filed | 197 | 212 | 185 | 385 | 157 | |
| Recalls issued | 5 | 3 | 2 | 7 | 6 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 15 | 12 | 20 | 13 | 7 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 28 | 16 | 9 | 8 | 8 | |
| Injuries reported | 29 | 29 | 16 | 18 | 11 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| Configurations compared | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2005 Kia Sedona have?
2 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2005 Kia Sedona?
Brakes: 81 of 185 NHTSA complaints (44%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2005 Kia Sedona get?
EPA rates it 17 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2005 Kia Sedona?
EPA estimates $3,650 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (1)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 5-spd | 6 | 3.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Minivan - 2WD | 14 mpg | 21 mpg | 17 mpg | $3,650 | 523 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 27 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 5 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 22 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 81 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 14 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 34 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 19 | 12 | 0 | 14 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 11 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 12 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 14 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (2)
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES · Campaign 05V329000 · Jul 21, 2005
Defect: ON CERTAIN MINI VANS, FREEZING CONDITIONS CAN CAUSE WATER ON THE THROTTLE CABLE TO FREEZE DURING NORMAL OPERATION. RESISTANCE TO MOVEMENT OF THE THROTTLE CABLE CAN OCCUR WHEN THE DRIVER LIFTS THEIR FOOT OFF OF THE GAS PEDAL.
Consequence: THIS CAN CAUSE THE CABLE TO STICK, THUS PREVENTING THE ENGINE FROM RETURNING TO IDLE AND CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO MAINTAIN SPEED OR ACCELERATE. SUCH AN EVENT CAN OCCUR WITHOUT WARNING AND COULD CAUSE A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL MODIFY A PROTECTIVE SLEEVE AROUND THE THROTTLE CABLE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 15, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542.
WHEELS · Campaign 05V232000 · May 20, 2005
Defect: ON CERTAIN MINI VANS EQUIPPED WITH ALLOY WHEELS, MOISTURE CAN ACCUMULATE AROUND THE REAR HUB CAPS CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE OUTER WHEEL BEARING.
Consequence: WHEEL BEARING FAILURE MAY OCCUR WITHOUT WARNING WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR HUB CAPS FREE OF CHARGE. UPON INSPECTION, SOME VEHICLES WILL ALSO REQUIRE REPLACEMENT OF THE REAR OUTER BEARINGS AND/OR HUB ASSEMBLY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 13, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542.