The Verdict
Worst problem area
Body, Seats & Latches
Body, Seats & Latches leads by volume: 6 of 20 complaints (30%) mention it.
Complaints filed fell from 40 in 2019 to 20 in 2020.
At a glance
- NHTSA complaints
- 20
- Recall campaigns
- 1
- EPA fuel cost per year
- $2,950
- Combined MPG
- 21
Complaints by model year
Where owners report problems
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | vs. 2020 Minivan - 2WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,950–3,300 | 2,950 | 2,950 | 2,950 | |
| Combined MPG | 19–21 | 21 | 21 | 21 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 17–18 / 22–25 | 18 / 24 | 18 / 24 | 18 / 24 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 433–476 | 437 | 436 | 436 | |
| Complaints filed | 49 | 40 | 20 | 10 | |
| Recalls issued | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 1 | 5 | 0 | 1 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 3 | 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 2020 Kia Sedona have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Nov 7, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2020 Kia Sedona?
Body, Seats & Latches: 6 of 20 NHTSA complaints (30%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2020 Kia Sedona get?
EPA rates it 21 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2020 Kia Sedona?
EPA estimates $2,950 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 (S8) | 6 | 3.3L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Minivan - 2WD | 18 mpg | 24 mpg | 21 mpg | $2,950 | 436 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 3 | 0 | 0 | 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 (1)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
- Defect
- Kia Motors America (KIA) is recalling certain 2020 Sedona vehicles. The battery positive (B+) terminal nut on the alternator may not have been tightened properly during assembly, possibly causing it to loosen over time.
- Consequence
- If the alternator B+ terminal nut loosens, electrical arcing may result, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the alternator B+ terminal nut, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 14, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC192.