The Lemon Index2014 Kia Sedona.
The 2014 Kia Sedona is one of the most reliable years by owner complaints: 10 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 42, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about speed control, it has 1 recall, and it gets 20 mpg combined. The best Kia Sedona year is 2010.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 39 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Kia Sedona year. 2014 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 12K to 94K miles on the car (27 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 1
- latches/locks/linkages 2016
In the affected vehicles, the secondary hood latch may bind and remain in the unlatched position when the hood is closed.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Kia told dealers about
Kia sent dealers 73 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Smart pedal feature - the smart pedal is an integral part of the engine management system (ems)
- TSB - USE OF AFTERMARKET USB CHARGING CABLES IN USB/12V PORTS - This article provides…
- Technical service bulletin: customer satisfaction: anti-theft s/w logic upgrade & decal…
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Government investigations
- ClosedElectrical overstress2019–2024
NHTSA looks into a problem when enough owners report it. Many end in a recall.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kia Sedona VAN FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $3200 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 3.5L 6-cyl.
Quick answers
Is the 2014 Kia Sedona reliable?
Yes, it is one of the most reliable by government complaints. It drew 2.4× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 42; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Kia Sedona year by this measure is 2010.
What are the most common 2014 Kia Sedona problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are speed control (30%), electrical (30%) and doors, locks & latches (20%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2014 Kia Sedona have?
1 safety recall (latest: latches/locks/linkages). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2014 Kia Sedona get?
20 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2014 Kia Sedona safe?
NHTSA gave it 5 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
At what mileage do 2014 Kia Sedona problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 12,300 and 94,000 miles. The middle report was at 60,000 miles, from 27 complaints.
Does the 2014 Kia Sedona have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2014 Kia Sedona cost in fuel a year?
About $3200 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2014 Kia Sedona have?
3.5L 6-cyl.
What Kia Sedona year is better than the 2014?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2010, 2014 and 2011.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works