2017 Kia Sedona — Known Issues & Recalls

Your engine suddenly failed while driving on the highway after a routine oil change. You heard a loud knocking sound that rapidly worsened, indicating internal engine damage, creating a safety risk at highway speeds. Your vehicle was diagnosed as needing a complete engine replacement, with an estimated cost of over $7,500 plus labor. The fix will require a full engine replacement or engine rebuild.

Your engine experienced sudden internal failure after years of reliable operation. You noticed vibration, soft power delivery, and a solid check engine light while driving, which then started flashing—signs of serious engine trouble. A diagnostic revealed metal particles in the oil, low oil levels, and multiple misfire codes indicating that your piston rings failed, allowing oil to enter the combustion chamber. Fixing this internal engine failure requires a complete engine overhaul or replacement.

Your engine developed a loud knocking noise from under the hood at 107K miles, despite regular maintenance and no warning lights. A repair shop diagnosed engine failure and recommended a complete engine replacement at a cost exceeding your vehicle's value. The repair will involve removing and replacing the entire engine assembly.

Your 2017 Kia Sedona caught fire without warning while parked in your driveway, with white smoke appearing first from the front of the vehicle before flames spread across the front and rear. The fire caused damage to your home, garage, and another vehicle parked nearby, and required the fire department to extinguish it. The vehicle was a total loss at 106,000 miles with no warning lights appearing before the fire started.

While driving your 2017 Kia Sedona, the engine suddenly made a loud knocking noise and failed completely, leaving you stranded. A recent oil change and inspection hadn't revealed any problems, but oil was found leaking afterward. The dealer believes the failure was caused by a defective oil pressure switch, a known issue with the 3.3L engine, though Kia is refusing to cover the repair under warranty without paying $3,000 for a teardown inspection. Resolving this will likely require either engine repair or replacement, or pursuing a warranty claim dispute.

Your engine suddenly seized while you were driving, making your car completely undrivable. You discovered that your vehicle had multiple engine-related recalls that may not have been completed. You've been told you need a complete engine replacement, which suggests a serious internal engine failure that shouldn't occur under normal conditions. This will likely require a full engine replacement or rebuild by a certified technician.

Your engine started making a loud clattering noise at the end of a long drive and then shut off while you were entering a roundabout. The engine restarted and you were able to limp home, but a mechanic found that your rod bearings are failing. Kia has a class action lawsuit related to this issue, but the company is saying your vehicle's VIN is not covered. Fixing this will require engine repairs or replacement of the rod bearings.

Your engine started making a knocking sound without any warning lights appearing. A mechanic diagnosed the problem as a stripped bearing between the top and bottom of your engine. This happened five months after the dealership performed major work including fuel pump, timing chain, and spark plug replacements. Fixing this will likely require a complete engine replacement, which is a costly repair.

You heard a loud knocking sound coming from your engine in late May, which became severe enough that you didn't feel safe driving the car. When you took it to the dealership, they found a failed lower rod bearing with metal debris in the oil—both signs of serious engine damage. The dealership determined this should be covered under an engine recall, but your vehicle's VIN wasn't included in the recall notice, leaving you responsible for an expensive engine replacement.

Your engine suddenly failed while driving on a highway with no warning lights, forcing your husband to safely pull over. The mechanic found metal shavings in your oil filter, and while the dealer said a faulty oil pressure switch wouldn't cause an engine failure, another mechanic disagreed. Diagnosing the root cause and repairing or replacing the engine will require a full mechanical inspection and likely engine replacement or major internal repairs.

Your engine is consuming more oil than normal between service intervals. You may need to top up your oil more frequently than expected, or you might notice the oil level dropping noticeably on the dipstick. This could indicate internal engine wear or a leak that needs inspection. A mechanic will likely need to perform a compression test and inspect for oil leaks to determine the root cause.

Your engine's oil control valve has failed, causing oil to leak. This can lead to low oil levels if not addressed, which may damage your engine over time. The repair will likely involve replacing the failed oil control valve and resealing any leak points.

Your car is consuming oil much faster than normal, requiring you to top up the oil level nearly every week. An auto repair shop has confirmed this excessive oil consumption is actually occurring.

Your engine's catalytic converter system has failed. This component helps reduce harmful emissions from your exhaust. You'll likely notice reduced engine performance, increased fuel consumption, or warning lights on your dashboard. The catalytic converter will need to be replaced or repaired by a mechanic.

Your engine is consuming more oil than normal between oil changes. You may need to check your oil level more frequently and top it off as needed. This could indicate worn engine components or internal leaks that may need inspection and repair.

Your air bag warning light came on when you started your vehicle. The dealer found that your front passenger air bag module is defective and needs to be replaced. This issue is related to a safety recall (Campaign 22V031000), but the dealer told you that you would have to pay for the repair yourself instead of it being covered under the recall.

Your air bag warning light came on when you started the vehicle. A mechanic found that your front passenger air bag module needs to be replaced. This issue is related to a known safety recall (Campaign 22V031000), and the problem has continued even after the recall was performed. Fixing this will require replacing the faulty air bag module.

Your engine started making a ticking noise between oil changes, and without any warning lights, it suddenly lost power, causing you to lose power steering and brake control—a frightening situation with your children in the car. The dealership found severe internal engine damage (rod knocking) and is quoting $9,880 for a complete engine replacement. The repair will require removing the failed engine and installing a replacement, potentially after investigating whether low oil levels from a previous sensor leak contributed to the damage.

Your car's front seats break easily and don't stay securely locked in place. Additionally, the wiring harness that runs from the door to the rear tail lights is burning up, which could cause electrical failures or fire risk. Both issues need professional inspection and repair.

Your Sedona's white paint on the rear trunk door is starting to flake and peel near where the glass ends. This is a cosmetic issue that doesn't affect how your vehicle drives. The fix would likely involve sanding down the damaged area and repainting or applying touch-up paint to that section.