Recalls
5campaigns
2 suspension · 1 fuel system · 1 air bag
Source: NHTSA
Complaints
108filed
Owner reports, 2008–2018 shown
Source: NHTSA ODI
Fuel economy
21mpg combined
$3,110/yr at this week's prices
Source: EPA · EIA
Specs
3.5 L 6-cyl· 6-speed automatic
EPA-listed configuration
Source: NHTSA vPIC
Recalls (5)
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2012 Kia Sedona. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Fuel Rail May Crack and Cause Fire
Fuel system, gasoline · fuel injection system · fuel rail
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Sedona vehicles. The fuel rail may crack from exposure to heat generated within the engine compartment, resulting in a fuel leak.
- Consequence
- A fuel leak increases the risk of fire.
- Remedy
- Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began June 16, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC188.
53% repairedof 51,465 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 20V101000
Listed for 2012 Kia Sedona. Not checked against your VIN.
Air Bags/Seat Belt Pretensioners may be Disabled
Air bags · air bag/restraint control module
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Kia Forte, Forte Koup, 2011-2013 Kia Optima and 2011-2012 Kia Optima Hybrid and Sedona vehicles. In the event of a crash, the air bag control unit (ACU) may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags and seat belt pretensioners from deploying.
- Consequence
- If the frontal air bags and seat belt pretensioners are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.
- Remedy
- Kia will notify owners. For model year 2011 Sedona vehicles, Kia will instruct dealers to verify the ACU part number and, if necessary, install an extension wire harness kit between the ACU Connector and the Vehicle Harness Connector. For all other affected vehicles, Kia will instruct dealers to install the extension wire harness kit. The recall began September 28, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC165.
44.5% repairedof 507,587 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 18V363000
Listed for 2012 Kia Sedona. Not checked against your VIN.
Front Lower Control Arm Corrosion
Suspension · front · control arm · lower arm
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- 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, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. In the affected vehicles, the front lower control arms may break due to corrosion from salt water exposure such as from road salt use.
- Consequence
- A broken control arm can result in the loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- 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 applied. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on July 27, 2016. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC133.
59.6% repairedof 97,884 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 16V387000
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Secondary Hood Latch may Bind and not Latch
Latches/locks/linkages · hood · latch
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- If the primary latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood could unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- 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. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on July 27, 2016. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's recall number is SC134.
50.9% repairedof 219,800 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 16V389000
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Front Lower Control Arm Corrosion
Suspension · front · control arm · lower arm
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- 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, Indiana, Maine, Minnesota, Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Rhode Island, West Virginia or the District of Columbia. In the affected vehicles, the front lower control arms may break due to corrosion resulting from prolonged exposure to salty environments.
- Consequence
- A broken control arm can result in the loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- 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. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's recall number is SC100.
85.8% repairedof 79,867 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 13V550000
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Owner complaints (108)
108 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.
5involved a crash
5involved a fire
2injuries reported
0deaths reported
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 108 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 33 | 30.6% |
| Engine | 18 | 16.7% |
| Structure | 18 | 16.7% |
| Unknown or other | 16 | 14.8% |
| Air bags | 9 | 8.3% |
| Power train | 8 | 7.4% |
| Service brakes | 8 | 7.4% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 7 | 6.5% |
| Vehicle speed control | 7 | 6.5% |
| Fuel system | 4 | 3.7% |
How 2012 compares with other Sedona years
Best and worst Sedona years →2008170
200948
201032
201165
2012108
201439
2015139
2016296
2017134
201848
| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 170 | 5 |
| 2009 | 48 | 5 |
| 2010 | 32 | 5 |
| 2011 | 65 | 6 |
| 2012 | 108 | 5 |
| 2014 | 39 | 1 |
| 2015 | 139 | 3 |
| 2016 | 296 | 4 |
| 2017 | 134 | 4 |
| 2018 | 48 | 3 |
This year (2012)Other yearsStill collecting reports
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 21 mpg combined
21
mpg combined
18
city
24
highway
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,200
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 423 g/mi
- EPA class
- Minivan -
What it costs you to run
$3,110per year
$259per month
714gallons a year
Miles ÷ 21 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 / 24 / 21 | $3,200 | 423 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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2012 Kia Sedona FAQ
How many recalls does the 2012 Kia Sedona have?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns: 20V101000 (fuel system), 18V363000 (air bag), 16V387000 (suspension), 16V389000 (latch), 13V550000 (suspension). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2012 Kia Sedona problems?
Owners filed 108 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (33), Engine (18), Structure (18) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2012 Kia Sedona get?
EPA rates the 3.5 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic version at 18 city, 24 highway and 21 combined mpg.
How does the 2012 Sedona compare with other years?
Among the 2008–2018 Kia Sedona model years at least five years old, the 2010 drew the fewest complaints (32) and the 2016 the most (296). The 2012 drew 108. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.
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