2009 Kia Sedona Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 6%of 48 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 45,423miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the engine of the 2009 Kia Sedona, 6% of the 48 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 45,423 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“This is the second time the alternator is being replaced since 09/19/17. Engine oil leaks from the front cylinder bank's valve cover gasket. Oil drips onto the alternator, the alternator is then oil soaked & damaged resulting in the charging system becoming inoperative. The charging system warning lamp in the cluster will then illuminate. The vehicle will run on battery power until the battery voltage drops below the engine control module's minimum operational voltage. The engine shuts off and not restart, increasing the risk of a crash. …”
NHTSA complaint #11150094, filed 2018-11, 80,819 miles“The contact owns a 2009 Kia Sedona. When attempting to accelerate from a stop, the vehicle failed to respond and idled. During the failure, the engine rpms remained at 500. The dealer stated that an unknown computer chip needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 45,423.”
NHTSA complaint #10643837, filed 2014-10, 45,423 miles“The contact owns a 2009 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that while driving approximately 10 MPH, the vehicle hesitated and stalled. The failure was recurring. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer several times however, they were unable to diagnose the failure. The failure persisted and the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 27800.”
NHTSA complaint #10569341, filed 2014-03, 27,800 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10090972Sep 19, 2016Owner notification letter (sc135) - dear kia owner, kia motors america, inc. Is conducting a voluntary emissions service campaign / warranty extension program regarding the…
- 10090970Sep 15, 2016Dealer parts & service manager memo (sc135) - attention: all dealer parts and service managers, kia motors america, inc. Is conducting a voluntary emissions service campaign /…
- 10090969Sep 15, 2016Dealer principal memo (sc135) - attention: all dealer principals, kia motors america, inc. Is conducting a voluntary emissions service campaign / warranty extension program to…
- 10090943Sep 15, 2016Tsb: voluntary emissions service campaign: evaporative canister inspection and/or replacement (sc135) - this bulletin provides information to inspect and/or replace the…
- 10044560May 1, 2012Kia: due to design of drain holes in valley of lambda v6 engines, a misdiagnose of a possible oil leak source in rear main seal or oil pan, when actual leaks coming from engine…
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2 | 20% |
| 2020 | 5 | 25% |
| 2019 | 12 | 31% |
| 2018 | 22 | 45% |
| 2017 | 60 | 45% |
| 2016 | 148 | 50% |
| 2015 | 51 | 36% |
| 2014 | 9 | 23% |
| 2012 | 18 | 17% |
| 2011 | 11 | 17% |
| 2010 | 1 | 3% |
| 2009 | 3 | 6% |
| 2008 | 6 | 4% |
| 2007 | 10 | 6% |
| 2006 | 16 | 4% |
| 2005 | 11 | 6% |
| 2004 | 6 | 3% |
| 2003 | 5 | 3% |
| 2002 | 4 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2009 Kia Sedona
9 complaintsElectrical system
8 complaintsElectronic stability control
7 complaintsExterior lighting
7 complaintsOther or unknown
7 complaintsVehicle speed control
7 complaintsEngine cooling
5 complaintsSuspension
4 complaintsAir bags
3 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
3 complaintsSteering
3 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2009 Kia Sedona
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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