2019 Kia Sedona Safety Report
2019 KIA SEDONA Safety Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2019 Kia Sedona
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2019 Kia Sedona. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | Moderate (2) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | Moderate (32) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 3 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Structure | Compare structure issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2021 | Compare against the 2021 Kia Sedona with 8 complaints and 0 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2016 | Check the 2016 Kia Sedona before buying across this generation. |
Kia Sedona Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Kia Sedona years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Kia Sedona | 19 | 1 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2018 Kia Sedona | 44 | 3 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2021 Kia Sedona | 8 | 0 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2017 Kia Sedona | 124 | 4 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2016 Kia Sedona | 279 | 4 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2015 Kia Sedona | 133 | 3 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
2019 Kia Sedona Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2019 Kia Sedona, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Structure
6 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Structure issues Kia onlyEngine
6 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine issues Kia onlyUnknown Or Other
3 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Kia onlyAir Bags
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Air Bags issues Kia onlyFuel System, Gasoline
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Fuel System, Gasoline issues Kia onlyElectrical System,Exterior Lighting,Service Brakes
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System,Exterior Lighting,Service Brakes issues Kia onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2019 Kia Sedona
Reliability Score
The 2019 Kia Sedona receives a reliability score of 55 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates average reliability — some notable concerns exist that prospective buyers should be aware of.
NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2019 Kia Sedona
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) evaluates vehicles through controlled crash tests and assigns star ratings from 1 to 5, with 5 being the safest.
Known Issues for the 2019 Kia Sedona
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2019 Kia Sedona:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags Kia Motors America has issued recalls for air bags in certain 2017-2019 Sedonas, indicating a moderate severity. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Engine Oil Consumption High oil consumption has been reported, requiring frequent oil changes and potentially leading to engine failure. |
High | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Sliding Doors Latching Issues Sliding doors often fail to latch properly, causing inconvenience and potential safety risks. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Fuel Odor A strong fuel odor has been reported, which can be concerning and may indicate a fuel system issue. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2019 Kia Sedona:
Issues with sliding doors latching properly are a common problem.
Air bag recalls have been issued, affecting a significant portion of vehicles.
Engine problems, including oil consumption and failure, are reported.
Fuel odor issues have been reported, indicating potential fuel system problems.
Recall Details for the 2019 Kia Sedona
The following 2 recalls have been issued for the 2019 Kia Sedona by NHTSA:
Summary: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Sedona, Soul, Soul EV, 2017-2018 Forte, and 2017 Forte Koup vehicles. The Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) cover may contact a memory chip on the printed circuit board and damage the electrical circuit. Circuit damage may result in deactivated air bags that will not deploy in a crash.
Consequence: Air bags that do not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the ACU, and either update the software or replace the unit, as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 21, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC226.
Summary: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Sedona vehicles equipped with an 8-passenger seat arrangement. The seat belt buckle for the second-row middle seat may have been improperly installed on the wrong side of the seat, preventing the proper use of the 3-point seat belt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence: A seat belt that cannot be properly used increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Kia has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the seat belt installation, and reinstall the seat belt buckle to the correct side if necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 8, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia 's number for this recall is SC177.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2019 Kia Sedona
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2019 Kia Sedona with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 2 complaints involved crashes. 1 involved fires. 4 reported injuries or fatalities.
The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that while driving at 20 MPH, the vehicle was suddenly rear-ended when the other vehicle failed to stop. As a result, the vehicle was pushed into the vehicle in front. The driver-side and passenger-side air bags did not deploy. After the impact, the contact was unsure if any warning lights were illuminated. A police report was filed. The param...
Sliding doors have an issue where the car alarms like the doors aren’t shut. Took it in and paid a diagnostic for them to tell me a sensor was bad, it still beeps. Seems to beep more when turning away from that door (driver sliding door beeps more when turning right or when stopping, passenger beeps more when turning left or stopping). This was a problem with previous generation to where the warra...
My 2019 kia sedona showed the exact same symptoms for the oil pressure switch recall red oil light on the dash and a leaking oil pressure switch.2010 to 2018 sedona why was the 2019 model not added to the list
Oil consumption high and engine needs to be replaced after 75k miles.
Engine failed.hole in bottom engine housing approx. 2x2”
When using the power sliding doors, specifically the driver's side, it will not close and latch 100% of the time. It usually beeps and indicates it has not closed and has to be manually closed but on two occasions has opened on it's own. Fortunately it's been while parked, which poses a whole different issue, but I've read that others are having this happen while driving.
Sliding mini van doors fail to latch when closing. This is a well known and documented problem. The NHTSA has issued remedies for the previous year but not this one.
The engine seems to be burning oil. After my last oil change, I had to replace three quarts of oil after driving 2,500 miles. Once previously, the engine oil got dangerously low (no oil showing on dipstick) even without the vehicle giving any indication of low oil. This could lead to engine failure while operating the vehicle, which could have disastrous consequences.
Right power sliding door stopped closing all the way and would constantly beep. Now, power sliding door opens too far which has broken the motors causing the beeping to resume. This is an safety issue as anything hanging out the window would be crushed (such as a child's head or extremity). We have done a fuse reset as suggested by Kia, then also replaced the motor and the actuator, and it still o...
On [XXX] at [XXX] the following incident happen with my 2019 KIA Sedona. The ABS and Traction Control Warning lights came ON when I applied the brakes when approaching a 4 way stop sign intersection, I heard a loud grinding sound from the back of the Sedona. The Sedona took longer to come to a stop, a full vehicle length past the stop bar. I was put at risk by the Sedona being in the intersection,...
Side impact airbag didn't deploy causing head injury to driver. Van was hit at high speed by impaired driver who ran a red light. Van has hit from the driver's side in the engine compartment just in front of the driver. The engine was basically laying in the street after the impact.
The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sedona. The contact stated while driving, he became aware of a strong and unpleasant fuel odor that made him and his granddaughter sick. The contact stated that the check engine warning light flashed on and off several times. The vehicle was taken on several occasions to a local dealer where it was diagnosed with a fuel leak and several parts related to the fuel leak fa...
My car made a rattling noise when hitting the accelerator. The mechanic said that I only had one quart of oil left in my engine. No sign of leaks and no error codes. The engine light never came on. The oil has been changed regularly. The mechanic said the pistons were not firing correctly.
The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, there was a strong fuel odor inside the cabin of the vehicle. The check engine warning light had remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the high-pressure fuel regulator was faulty and needed to be replaced. The high-pressure fuel regulator ...
Passenger side seat belt don’t want to click in contacted don franklin kia and they stated they couldn’t fix it until there was a recall
I have needed to replace the drivers side brake light almost every 3 months. I have seen many Kia Sedonas with that brake light out
I was shutting the door and my hand was still in the door way. Sensor failed and closed my hand into the door and latched. I had to press the open door button to get it to release my finer. I had to go to ER and orthopedic doctor, resulting in a break in two parts of my finger. If it would have been one of my small children instead of me, it would have been much worse. The only issue we have had...
I had to replace the left brake light 4 times already. I see other Kia Sedonas that have the same brake light out all the time.
TIRE SEZE 235/60 R 18 103H - Tires are original equipment on our 2019 KIA Sedona. Only 16000 miles on tires. Had vehicle to dealership a few weeks before incident and tires rotated and tires were OK. Did a family trip from New Jersey to Florida. On the way home vehicle started shaking really bad. Hard to control vehicle. This was during the night driving at high speed on interstate I-95. I...
Drivers side power sliding door does not close. Grinds and beeps and door shows open on display. When you disengage the power feature the door does NOT open manually.
Showing 20 of 32 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2019 Kia Sedona
Has the 2019 KIA SEDONA been recalled?
Yes, the 2019 KIA SEDONA has 2 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2019 KIA SEDONA have?
The 2019 KIA SEDONA has 32 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 2 involved crashes. 5 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2019 KIA SEDONA?
The 2019 KIA SEDONA received an overall NHTSA safety rating of excellent (5/5). Frontal crash: 5/5. Side crash: 5/5. Rollover: 4/5.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 KIA SEDONA?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2019 KIA SEDONA involve structure (6 complaints), engine (6 complaints), unknown or other (3 complaints). Other affected components include air bags, fuel system, gasoline, electrical system,exterior lighting,service brakes.
How many crash reports does the 2019 KIA SEDONA have?
There are 2 crash reports associated with the 2019 KIA SEDONA out of 32 total complaints (6.3% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2019 KIA SEDONA have?
There are 1 fire reports for the 2019 KIA SEDONA out of 32 total complaints. Fire reports are among the most serious safety concerns tracked by NHTSA.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2019 KIA SEDONA?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2019 KIA SEDONA.
How many injuries are reported for the 2019 KIA SEDONA?
5 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2019 KIA SEDONA. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2019 KIA SEDONA?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2019 KIA SEDONA is generally recommended. It has 32 complaints, 2 recalls, and a excellent (5/5) safety rating. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2019 KIA SEDONA?
The components with the most failures on the 2019 KIA SEDONA are: 1. STRUCTURE (6 complaints), 2. ENGINE (6 complaints), 3. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (3 complaints), 4. AIR BAGS (2 complaints), 5. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE (2 complaints). STRUCTURE is the single most-reported problem area with 6 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2019 KIA SEDONA?
Be cautious of air bag and seat belt buckle assembly issues, as well as engine problems and sliding doors that fail to latch properly. Regular maintenance is crucial to address these common issues. The 2019 KIA SEDONA has 32 NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).
How reliable is the 2019 KIA SEDONA?
The 2019 KIA SEDONA receives a reliability score of 55/100, indicating average reliability. This is based on 32 owner complaints, 2 recalls, and 3 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Air bags and Engine oil consumption.
What are the known issues with the 2019 KIA SEDONA?
Known issues with the 2019 KIA SEDONA include: Air bags, Engine oil consumption, Sliding doors latching issues, Fuel odor. These are based on patterns found across 32 NHTSA complaints. 2 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
Are there any recalls for the 2019 KIA SEDONA?
Yes, there are recalls for air bags and seat belt buckle assembly issues.
What are the common engine problems with the 2019 KIA SEDONA?
High oil consumption and engine failure are common issues, requiring frequent oil changes and potentially leading to engine replacement.
Are there any known issues with the sliding doors?
Yes, sliding doors often fail to latch properly, causing inconvenience and potential safety risks.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be cautious of air bag and seat belt buckle assembly issues, as well as engine problems and sliding doors that fail to latch properly. Regular maintenance is crucial to address these common issues.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2019 Kia Sedona
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2019 Kia Sedona. The data includes 32 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 2 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 2 reported crashes, 1 fire incidents, 5 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2019 Kia Sedona an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a frontal crash rating of 5 stars, a side crash rating of 5 stars, and a rollover rating of 4 stars. These ratings are determined through controlled crash testing conducted by the NHTSA.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-16