Door Lock & Latch complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | Share of year's complaints | Typical mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 1 | 2% | 48,000 miles |
| 2017 | 3 | 2% | 70,000 miles |
| 2016 | 6 | 2% | 68,000 miles |
| 2015 | 1 | 1% | — |
| 2014 | 2 | 5% | 8,000 miles |
| 2012 | 3 | 3% | 60,000 miles |
| 2011 | 3 | 5% | 82,000 miles |
| 2010 | 1 | 3% | 73,000 miles |
| 2009 | 3 | 6% | 4,000 miles |
| 2008 | 11 | 6% | 80,000 miles |
| 2007 | 18 | 11% | 26,000 miles |
| 2006 | 31 | 8% | 55,000 miles |
| 2005 | 6 | 3% | 4,000 miles |
| 2004 | 1 | 0% | — |
| 2003 | 8 | 4% | 65,000 miles |
| 2002 | 13 | 5% | 96,000 miles |
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (door latches, locks, hood and tailgate latches).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
The contact owns a 2017 Kia Sedona. The contact noticed a green puddle underneath the vehicle with the low coolant message displayed. The vehicle was initially taken to an independent mechanic where the contact was informed that either the head gasket or the entire engine needed to be replaced. The contact was referred to the dealer for further assistance. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where the contact was informed that leak was caused by stripped bolts inside the engine which caused coolant to leak. The vehicle was diagnosed with engine failure. The engine was replaced by the dealer. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that there were no recalls or warranties associated with the vehicle. In addition, the contact stated that the driver's side sliding door intermittently failed to close as needed. …
The contact owns a 2017 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to immediately start and was experiencing rough driving with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who diagnosed the vehicle and informed the contact of the head gasket, head gasket bolts, fuel pump, and fuel injector failures. The vehicle was not yet repaired. Additionally, the passenger's side electronic sliding door failed to properly latch due to a faulty electrical locking mechanism. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failures, but no assistance was provided. The manufacturer informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in an undisclosed Extend Warranty Coverage for the failure. The failure mileage was 50,000.
The contact owns a 2016 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that the climate control panel became inoperable, failing to distribute heat and air conditioning. While the middle and third-row climate systems functioned, an abnormal burning odor was detected. The fan speed adjustment button experienced an electrical short, and upon removing the climate control panel, the wiring harness was found burnt. The contact stated that the climate control panel was previously replaced. Additionally, the power sliding door was inoperable. No warning lights illuminated. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V109000 (Electrical System); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was then taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that the failure was caused by the climate control panel. …
The contact owns a 2016 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed at night going downhill, the headlights to the vehicle shut off inadvertently and the contact to almost struck a pedestrian. The contact stated that the vehicle struck a curb, and he became disoriented. The air bags had not deployed. A Police report was filed by the Sacramento Police Department. The contact later sought medical attention with their primary care physician. The contact also stated that the rear driver's side sliding door failed to lock or unlock. The vehicle was taken to a dealer who was not able to diagnose the vehicle. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 68,000.
The contact owns a 2012 Kia Sedona. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V101000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a fuel odor detected. Additionally, the rear sliding door latches were inoperable. The dealer was made aware of the failure but confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 35,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 Kia Sedona. While driving at approximately 50 MPH, the rear driver side power sliding door opened without warning. The contact pulled over to close the door; however, it would not completely close. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the latch needed to be replaced. The failure recurred on one other occasion with the rear passengers side sliding door. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000.
The contact owns a 2011 Kia Sedona. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the hood latch fractured, and the hood unexpectedly flew open and crashed into the front windshield. The contact stated that the hood was wrapped around the vehicle. There were no reported injuries. The driver was able to pull over safely. The contact called the local dealer, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and confirmed that the vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V389000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages). The failure mileage was 116,102.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that the rear passenger door handle fractured when a child attempted to open the door. Also, the power door locks did not operate in hot weather and the driver's side door opened automatically when the window was rolled down. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to grieco Kia of delray beach (2255 s federal hwy, delray beach, fl 33483, [phone]) and the door handle was replaced, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures and offered to repair one door. The doors were not all repaired. The failure mileage was 81,500.
Related recalls (1)
Latches/locks/linkages › Hood › Latch
Kia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Kia Sedona vehicles manufactured from June 15, 2005, through April 04, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the secondary hood latch may bind and remain in the unlatched position when the hood is closed.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners and dealers will replace the secondary hood latch or clean and lubricate the latch, depending on the vehicle's location and the condition of the latch.
Frequently asked questions
Which Kia Sedona years have door lock & latch problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2006 (31), 2007 (18), 2002 (13), 2008 (11) and 2003 (8) model years. Door Lock & Latch complaints make up 8% of all complaints for the 2006.
Is there a recall for Kia Sedona door lock & latch problems?
Yes — 1 recall, including 16V-389 (latch, Jun 1, 2016). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers; check a specific car with the VIN recall check.
At what mileage do Kia Sedona door lock & latch problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 52,000 miles; 48% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the doors › latch (37 mentions), followed by the hood › latch (11).
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.