2016 Kia Sedona Latches, locks and linkages Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 2%of 297 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 68,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the latches, locks and linkages of the 2016 Kia Sedona, 2% of the 297 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 68,000 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.
“The contact owns a 2016 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the passenger’s side sliding door failed to lock and opened. The door ajar warning light was illuminated. The contact had to manually close the door. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where an unknown diagnosis was provided. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11524771, filed 2023-06, 100,000 miles“The contact owns a 2016 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that the climate control panel became inoperable, failing to distribute heat and air conditioning. While the middle and third-row climate systems functioned, an abnormal burning odor was detected. The fan speed adjustment button experienced an electrical short, and upon removing the climate control panel, the wiring harness was found burnt. The contact stated that the climate control panel was previously replaced. Additionally, the power sliding door was inoperable. No warning lights illuminated. …”
NHTSA complaint #11749478, filed 2026-07, 159,259 miles“The contact owns a 2016 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed at night going downhill, the headlights to the vehicle shut off inadvertently and the contact to almost struck a pedestrian. The contact stated that the vehicle struck a curb, and he became disoriented. The air bags had not deployed. A Police report was filed by the Sacramento Police Department. The contact later sought medical attention with their primary care physician. The contact also stated that the rear driver’s side sliding door failed to lock or unlock. …”
NHTSA complaint #11595593, filed 2024-06, 68,000 miles“The contact owns a 2016 Kia Sedona. While attempting to start the vehicle, the key failed to turn in the ignition. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to take the vehicle to the dealer. The contact also stated that the rear hatch was difficult to open after being unlocked with the key fob. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 9,960.”
NHTSA complaint #10985423, filed 2017-05, 9,960 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10189301Mar 16, 2021TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: POWER SLIDING DOOR (PSD) OPERATION INSPECTION AND REPAIR - This bulletin provides information regarding the replacement of certain Power Sliding Door…
- 10189300Mar 5, 2021WARRANTY EXTENSION: REIMBURSEMENT FORM - This document is a Reimbursement Request form that was mailed with the customer letter advising them to submit the form if they had paid…
- 10189298Mar 5, 2021WARRANTY EXTENSION: OWNER NOTIFICATION - Kia Motors America, Inc. takes pride in providing you with high quality and dependable vehicles. In order to maintain these standards…
- 10189299Mar 3, 2021WARRANTY EXTENSION: QUESTION AND ANSWER - This document is the Question and Answer Guide containing the most frequently asked questions regarding the warranty extension (WTY019).
- 10189297Mar 3, 2021WARRANTY EXTENSION: DEALER PARTS AND SERVICE MANAGER MEMO - Kia Motors America, Inc. is extending the warranty coverage, to all owners of 2015-2017 MY Sedona vehicles equipped…
- 10189296Mar 3, 2021WARRANTY EXTENSION: DEALER PRINCIPAL MEMO - Kia Motors America, Inc. is extending the warranty coverage, to all owners of 2015-2017 MY Sedona vehicles equipped with Power Sliding…
- 10109777Nov 4, 2016TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners utilized in various Kia models are strictly intended for ?one time use?. Though not limited…
Latches, locks and linkages: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 1 | 2% |
| 2017 | 3 | 2% |
| 2016 | 6 | 2% |
| 2015 | 1 | 1% |
| 2014 | 2 | 5% |
| 2012 | 3 | 3% |
| 2011 | 3 | 5% |
| 2010 | 1 | 3% |
| 2009 | 3 | 6% |
| 2008 | 11 | 6% |
| 2007 | 18 | 11% |
| 2006 | 31 | 8% |
| 2005 | 6 | 3% |
| 2003 | 6 | 4% |
| 2002 | 12 | 6% |
Other parts of the 2016 Kia Sedona
148 complaintsElectrical system
46 complaintsExterior lighting
37 complaintsOther or unknown
34 complaintsBody and structure
25 complaintsAir bags
19 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
13 complaintsFuel system
10 complaintsBrakes
8 complaintsSeat belts
8 complaintsSteering
6 complaintsEngine cooling
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2016 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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