The Lemon Index2015 Kia Sedona.
The 2015 Kia Sedona is about average by owner complaints: 32 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 90, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about electrical, it has 3 recalls, and it gets 19 to 21 mpg combined. The best Kia Sedona year is 2010.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 139 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Kia Sedona year. 2015 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 23K to 87K miles on the car (65 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
- electrical complaints mostly came at 15K–86K miles
Recalls 3
- lights 2021
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 intend…
- electrical 2019
Over time, the Occupant Detection System (ODS) wiring harness located underneath the front passenger seat may break from the seat being occupied.
- body structure 2018
The PSD may not auto-reverse when its closing is obstructed.
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 146 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- On some vehicles, power sliding door release actuators fails to operate properly during severe…
- Power sliding door (psd) inspection and/or repair (sa210) - this bulletin provides
- Smart pedal feature - the smart pedal is an integral part of the engine management system (ems)
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kia Sedona VAN FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $3050–3400 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 3.3L 6-cyl.
In owners' words
The side panel on the driver's side came open in the garage during the night and failed to close when discovered. Luckily we were not driving it.
2015 Kia Sedona owner · NHTSA complaint 10713038
More owner reports
Power sliding doors do not close all the way makes a grinding noise when it is closing the door does not latch when the door is suppose to be closed which in return does not allow the doors to lock
NHTSA complaint 11113487
Neither of the rear sliding doors will fully close when engaged or activated by using the automatic door closures. You have to physically press the rear of the doors in order for them to engage the locking mechanisms.
NHTSA complaint 11150893
Quick answers
Is the 2015 Kia Sedona reliable?
About average by government complaints. It drew about the average number of complaints filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 90; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Kia Sedona year by this measure is 2010.
What are the most common 2015 Kia Sedona problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are electrical (38%), body structure (22%) and airbags (12%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2015 Kia Sedona have?
3 safety recalls (latest: lights). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2015 Kia Sedona get?
19 to 21 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2015 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 2015 Kia Sedona problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 23,000 and 87,800 miles. The middle report was at 55,000 miles, from 65 complaints.
Does the 2015 Kia Sedona have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2015 Kia Sedona cost in fuel a year?
About $3050 to $3400 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2015 Kia Sedona have?
3.3L 6-cyl.
What Kia Sedona year is better than the 2015?
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