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2006 Kia Sedona locks problems

31 complaints (8% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 54,600.

owner complaints
31
of this car's complaints
8%
typical mileage
54,600
crashes
0
recalls
1

Which part fails

  • Doors: latch
    7
  • Hood: latch
    4

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Kia Sedona locks problems in other years

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Specific symptoms reported on the 2006 Kia Sedona locks

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Door locks 11

Related recalls

Latches/locks/linkages: hood: latchReported June 1, 2016 · 219,800 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Kia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Kia Sedona vehicles manufactured from June 15, 2005, through April 04, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the secondary hood latch may bind and remain in the unlatched position when the hood is closed.
Risk
If the primary latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood could unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Kia will notify owners and dealers will replace the secondary hood latch or clean and lubricate the latch, depending on the vehicle's location and the condition of the latch. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on July 27, 2016. Owners may contact Kia at 1‑800‑333‑4542. Kia's recall number is SC134.

Recall number 16V389000 · Recall details

What 2006 Kia Sedona owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Mar 7, 2022 · Brakes, Electrical · NC

The contact owns a 2006 Kia Sedona. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 16V389000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages) and 20V088000 (Electrical System, Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Aug 3, 2017 · Locks · 133,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 kia sedona. While the contact's wife was driving 55 MPH, the hood suddenly opened. The hood struck and damaged the windshield and roof. The vehicle was towed to griffin motors company (11031 perry hwy, meadville, pa 16335 814‑336‑2161) where it was diagnosed with a corroded latch that needed replacement. The contact stated that he was not informed of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v389000 (latches/locks/linkages) prior to the incident. The vehicle was not repaired due to the manufacturer and dealer stating that the repair cost exceeded the value of the vehicle. The failure mileage was 133,000.

Filed Jun 16, 2017 · Locks, Suspension · MO

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 kia sedona. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 16v387000 (suspension) and 16v389000 (latches/locks/linkages); however, the parts to do the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The dealer was contacted (kia kingdom, rolla, mo) and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts would be available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect. Updated 08/18/17*lj

Filed Jun 14, 2017 · Lights, Locks · MN

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 kia sedona. The contact stated that there had been several failures that progressed before any notification of the three recalls: the headlamps shorted and were replaced 27 times, the hatch failed to secure when being opened and had to remain closed due to the failure, and, while driving highway speeds, the lower control arms fractured on the front driver's side. The vehicle was towed to a mechanic who replaced the parts. The contact was uncertain of when the recall repairs would be completed for the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 16v389000 (latches/locks/linkages), 09v130000 (exterior lighting), and 16v387000 (suspension). The contact received notification after experiencing the failures. The failure mileage was not available. Parts distribution disconnect. Updated 09/06/17*lj

Filed Sep 22, 2016 · Electrical, Locks · 125,000 miles · TN

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 kia sedona. Immediately after the contact exited the vehicle, the doors and the steering wheel locked automatically and the alarm system sounded without warning. Whenever the contact drove over 55 MPH, the steering locked. Each time the failure occurred, the vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road, turned off, and then restarted. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer who was unable to diagnose the failure. The dealer did not test drive the vehicle to see if the failure could be duplicated. The failure recurred several times. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that they had never heard of such a failure. The failure was not remedied. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v389000 (latches/locks/linkages). The failure mileage was 125,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Sep 20, 2016 · Locks, Suspension · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 kia sedona. The contact stated that the recall notice for the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 16v387000(suspension) and 16v389000 (latches/locks/linkages) were received. After contacting the dealer and the manufacturer on multiple occasions, the contact was informed that the parts needed for the recall remedy were still not available and no estimated time for receiving the parts could be provided. The contact had not experienced a failure. The VIN was not available.

Filed Sep 12, 2016 · Locks · 163,000 miles · WI

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 kia sedona. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 16v389000 (latches/locks/linkages) and 16v389000 (latches/locks/linkages); however, the parts for the recall repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. While driving approximately 55 MPH, the hood of the vehicle suddenly opened and smashed the windshield. The contact had the vehicle towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the windshield and the hood needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 163,000. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Jun 22, 2016 · Locks · 268,000 miles · KY

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 kia sedona. While driving approximately 55 MPH, the hood latch malfunctioned and caused the hood to open and separate from the vehicle. During the incident, the front windshield was shattered, and the fenders and body were damaged. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 268,000.

Filed Jul 16, 2012 · Lights, Locks · 2,000 miles · IA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 kia sedona. The contact stated that the headlights failed. The contact had the light bulbs replaced but the failure recurred several times. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer for inspection and was advised that the headlights had burned out. The manufacturer was notified and they informed the contact that the warranty was closed and provided no assistance. The failure mileage was 2,000. ....updated 08-24-12 *bf the consumer stated that along with the low beams failure, the turn signal has failed multiple times. The consumer replaced the headlights on his own as well as taking the vehicle to a repair shop to be replaced. The dealer was made aware of this. The grounding cables to the headlight assemblies were replaced under warranty but, the failure recurred. Updated 09/04/2012

Filed Jun 18, 2011 · Body, Locks · 79,000 miles · IA

Rear sliding door wont latch or will come unlatched while driving. This is a serious safety issue. Kia has it on a service note but if car is not under warranty they will not repair.

Questions about the 2006 Kia Sedona locks

Does the 2006 Kia Sedona have locks problems?

Owners have filed 31 complaints about the locks of the 2006 Kia Sedona, 8% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2006 Kia Sedona locks problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 54,600 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2006 Kia Sedona locks?

Yes, 1 recall: 16V389000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Kia Sedona have the most locks problems?

The Kia Sedona model years with the most locks complaints are 2006 (31 complaints), 2007 (18 complaints) and 2002 (12 complaints).

Other 2006 Kia Sedona problems

Suspension 84Airbags 80Electrical 79Brakes 45Body 41Lights 33Engine 31Transmission 24Acceleration 22Steering 21Driver assistance 20Fuel system 11Seat belts 8Tires 7Visibility 7Seats 6Wheels 6

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