2015 Kia Sedona Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 4%of 140 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 15,627miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the brakes of the 2015 Kia Sedona, 4% of the 140 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 15,627 miles. 2 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
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.
“I drove the van in the morning and all was well. Stopped at a grocery store and when I started it up in the afternoon the stability control sensor and the anti lock sensor stayed on all the time. Got home, turned the van off then on again and the sensor warning lights didn't reboot. Don't know what the problem is but will take to dealership for diagnosis.”
NHTSA complaint #11132390, filed 2018-09, 36,915 miles“Check bgd warning light came on screen while travelling at 40-45 MPH on a straight stretch of city road. Car immediately slowed down. Lost power brakes and power steering. Other dashboard lites came on - -check engine light,etc. I brought vehicle to stop and placed transmission into park,. Vehicle did not restart and the transmission was locked..dealer retained vehicle for 28-30 days and was not able to repair it. Dealer subsequently repurchased the vehicle from me.”
NHTSA complaint #11193630, filed 2019-04, 29,754 miles“The brake lights went out. The bulbs were replaced. The fuse was replace and there still no lights. The top led brake light works, but lower lights on each side are out. I don't know if the brake switch is the problem when the upper led works. I have researched the issue and discovered that this is a xommon kia issue with many models. When a Google search is conducted for kia no brake lights it comes up with other people that have the same issue with multiple models.”
NHTSA complaint #11462954, filed 2022-05“My ABS / Traction control light has been on for about 4 years and the diagnostic system gives a warning about it. see picture. I have not fixed it because it just reverts back to regular brakes. However, I know that KIA has had recalls on the ABS / Traction control computer board. but my model year was not included in the recall. My mechanic says the issue is my ABS / Traction control computer board and not a sensor on wheel. I would like my model year to be investigated to see if it can be included in the recall as I plan on keeping this vehicle for many years. …”
NHTSA complaint #11578425, filed 2024-03“The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sedona. While pulling into the garage and attempting to depress the brake pedal, the brakes failed without warning. As a result, the vehicle crashed into the garage. A police report was not filed and there were no injuries reported. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the diagnostic results were unknown. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 1,500. The VIN was unavailable.”
NHTSA complaint #10704141, filed 2015-04, 1,500 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10179255Aug 25, 2020PITSTOP - BRAKE CALIPER LEAK INSPECTION - This PITSTOP provides information related to a brake caliper fluid/oil substance found on some Kia vehicles, due to possible excess…
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1 | 5% |
| 2019 | 3 | 8% |
| 2018 | 2 | 4% |
| 2017 | 4 | 3% |
| 2016 | 8 | 3% |
| 2015 | 6 | 4% |
| 2014 | 2 | 5% |
| 2012 | 8 | 7% |
| 2011 | 4 | 6% |
| 2010 | 9 | 28% |
| 2009 | 9 | 19% |
| 2008 | 20 | 12% |
| 2007 | 20 | 13% |
| 2006 | 45 | 12% |
| 2005 | 81 | 44% |
| 2004 | 32 | 18% |
| 2003 | 26 | 16% |
| 2002 | 27 | 14% |
Other parts of the 2015 Kia Sedona
51 complaintsElectrical system
37 complaintsBody and structure
19 complaintsExterior lighting
17 complaintsOther or unknown
12 complaintsAir bags
11 complaintsSeats
6 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
4 complaintsFuel system
3 complaintsWheels
3 complaintsEngine cooling
2 complaintsSteering
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2015 Kia Sedona
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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