Suspension complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | Share of year's complaints | Typical mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 1 | 2% | — |
| 2017 | 1 | 1% | 24,000 miles |
| 2015 | 1 | 1% | 89,000 miles |
| 2012 | 1 | 1% | — |
| 2011 | 9 | 14% | 145,000 miles |
| 2010 | 1 | 3% | 80,000 miles |
| 2009 | 4 | 8% | 161,000 miles |
| 2008 | 15 | 9% | 88,000 miles |
| 2007 | 20 | 13% | 107,000 miles |
| 2006 | 84 | 22% | 113,000 miles |
| 2005 | 14 | 8% | 6,000 miles |
| 2004 | 20 | 9% | 24,000 miles |
| 2003 | 14 | 7% | 20,000 miles |
| 2002 | 10 | 4% | 32,000 miles |
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (struts, shocks, control arms, ball joints, springs).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
The contact owns a 2011 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving approximately 40 MPH, she heard a loud squealing sound coming from the front tires. The contact stated her daughter pulled off the road into a parking and heard a loud crack. The contact stated that her daughter had not been aware of any warning lights. The contact stated that her husband had the vehicle towed to the residence. The contact stated that the control arms on both sides of the vehicle were corroded and had fractured. The contact's husband made the repairs to the vehicle. The contact stated that she researched online and related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V38700 (Suspension). The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 195,000. The VIN is unavailable.
I had no prior knowledge of this problem. When backing my van out of the garage my front driver side tire blew out. This was caused by the strut spring breaking and poking a hole through the sidewall of the tire. I also discovered that the bottom control arm needed immediate replacement as it has rusted so much that a failure was imminent. I also discovered that the sun-frame mount for mounting the control arm to the sub-frame so badly rusted that it was unsafe to attempt a repair, as it would break away in short order if I were to replace the control arm and drive the van. While deciding what to do with the van I was storing it in my barn. Within a few weeks, I discovered the front passenger tire was flat. It too was impaled when the strut spring broke and poked a hole in the sidewall. I was really lucky that I was driving on a road, as serious crash could have occurred. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that while driving and coming to a stop, he heard an abnormal sound coming from the front of the vehicle. The contact exited the vehicle and inspected under the hood of the vehicle but found no issue with the vehicle. The contact then drove to a nearby parking lot and had the vehicle towed to an independent mechanic. The contact was informed that the lower control arm needed to be replaced due to severe rusting. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure however, no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 161,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Kia Sedona. While the vehicle was undergoing an inspection, the technician stated that the control arm was rusted and that the vehicle would barely pass the inspection. In 2017, the contact stated that the vehicle was taken to sunbury motors Kia [phone], located at 2030 n susquehanna trail, selinsgrove, pa 17870) where it was diagnosed that there was rust on the control arm, but not enough for a replacement. The technician applied an undercoating. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the dealer did what was needed at the time. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown. Consumer stated Kia refuses to replace the control arm because they say the undercoating is all they are required to do.
The contact owns a 2008 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that while driving 20 MPH and attempting to stop the vehicle, there was an abnormal sound coming from the steering wheel. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the control arm was damaged and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was 160,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that while her boyfriend was driving around a curve, the vehicle veered off the highway at 55 MPH down into an incline. The vehicle crashed into a tree in a yard. It was discovered that the control arm on the driver's side was rusted and fractured in three places. There were no injuries that caused anyone to be transported by ambulance. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a storage area. The dealer bergstrom Kia of appleton (2445 w college ave, appleton, wi 54914 [phone]) told the contact to call the manufacturer. The contact was sent to the recall section and sent pictures of the crash. After several calls, the manufacturer concluded that they would not offer any assistance. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle began to vibrate. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the tires needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. However, the failure recurred. The VIN was included in NHTSA campaign numbers: 16V389000 (latches/locks/linkages) and 16V387000 (suspension). However, the parts needed to repair the vehicle were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 200,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
We heard a loud bang while going over a bump at the intersection of two city streets. The bang continued to be heard when hitting bumps/potholes. Mechanic found that the right front coil spring had broken. Vehicle is a 2007 Kia Sedona with no open recalls. The 2006 Kia Sedona vehicles were recalled in March 2012 with sc 095 for vehicles produced from December 20, 2005 to March 20, 2006. Our 2007 Kia Sedona was produced in September 2006 and was driven in illinois, a heavy salt use state, until June 2014. Since the 2006 and 2007 Kia sedonas are nearly identical vehicles, should the 2006 Kia Sedona coil spring recall be extended to 2007 Kia Sedona vehicles.
Related recalls (2)
Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower arm
Kia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2006-2012 Kia Sedona vehicles manufactured from June 15, 2005, through August 14, 2012 and originally sold in, or currently registered in Alaska, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota,…
Remedy: Kia will notify owners and dealers will replace the front lower control arms on 2006-2007 models. 2008-2012 models will either have their front lower control arms replaced or additional anti-corrosion coating will be…
Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower arm
Kia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2006-2012 Kia Sedona vehicles manufactured from June 15, 2005, through August 14, 2012 originally sold in, or currently registered in Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, New Hampshire, New York, Pennsylvania, Vermont, Wisconsin, Connecticut, Delaware, Iowa, Illinois,…
Remedy: Kia will notify owners and dealers will inspect the degree of corrosion of the front lower control arms, and will either rustproof or replace them, free of charge. The recall began on December 20, 2013.
Frequently asked questions
Which Kia Sedona years have suspension problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2006 (84), 2004 (20), 2007 (20), 2008 (15) and 2003 (14) model years. Suspension complaints make up 22% of all complaints for the 2006.
Is there a recall for Kia Sedona suspension problems?
Yes — 2 recalls, including 16V-387 (lower arm, Jun 1, 2016); 13V-550 (lower arm, Nov 5, 2013). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers; check a specific car with the VIN recall check.
At what mileage do Kia Sedona suspension problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 86,000 miles; 27% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the front › wheel bearing (17 mentions), followed by the front (10).
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.