Kia Sedona steering lock-up problems

Filed Jan 29, 2024 · Brakes, Electrical · VA

Purchase a 2011 kia van from auto connection norfolk virginia the van stared having issues with the electrical sliding door would not shut up properly sometimes it would take 10 to 15 to shut up steering wheel locking up was told by a lock smith that the van had some major electrical issues start leaking brake fluid adding a quart a day took it to several repair shop was informed the van brake lines was in bad shape also the van had a busted cv joint on front drivers side the van also had a strong odor of black mold like it had been in a flood ask dealership to trade me out was told they could not do that ask them for a loaner they say they could not do that either the van is sitting in there repair shop they are demanding money to start working on the van I believe the van was not properly inspected have reported this to the bbb the attorney general office also the ftc the dealership is putting vehicles on the lot for sale without proper state inspection place needs to be investigated they have a guy in the repair shop that put the inspection stickers on his name is kevin place is ripping poor working class folks off worse customer service ever

Filed Nov 14, 2020 · Brakes, Driver assistance · 210,000 miles · RI

When the ABS brakes activate while going at a very slow speed during snowy or rainy weather the steering wheel locks and the dashboard lights come on. I have no control of the car. It's very scary. Very much a safety issue. I took it to the shop, but they didn't come up with anything. It has happened about 5 times over the past 2 years. The mileage varies. The most recent incident the vehicle had 210,000 miles

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 Dec 22, 2015 · Suspension · 115,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 kia sedona. The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH and attempting to engage the brakes, the steering wheel seized and prevented her from controlling the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the contacts residence, where it was discovered that the driver side control arm had fractured due to corrosion. The contact mentioned that an independent mechanic inspected and diagnosed that all four control arms were corroded and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 13v550000 (suspension). The failure mileage was 115,000. Updated 02/19/16*lj

Filed Nov 9, 2015 · Electrical, Transmission · 800 miles · FL

The engine stopped after driving through a small bump at the park lot (low speed), accompanied by steering wheel locking by itself. Tried to restart the car and it didn't work. Jump start was also unsuccessful. The car was towed to the nearby dealership. After days of waiting, I was told problem can not be diagnosed but they offer to replace the computer. Now I am waiting for their new result.

Filed Sep 17, 2015 · Airbags, Steering · 100,000 miles · VA · crash

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 kia sedona. While driving at low speeds and making a right turn, the steering wheel seized. As a result, the contact crashed into a curb and the air bags failed to deploy. A police report was not filed and no injuries were reported. The vehicle was taken to multiple dealers and independent mechanics who were unable to diagnose or repair the vehicle. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 100,000.

Filed Sep 23, 2014 · Brakes, Electrical · 95,000 miles · FL · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 kia sedona. The contact stated that the headlights and tail lights failed to illuminate. The dealer stated that the relay needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure persisted. In addition, while driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle suddenly decelerated and would not accelerate. The contact also stated that the brakes failed to respond and the steering wheel seized. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer who diagnosed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. On another occasion, smoke appeared under the hood when the vehicle was started. The dealer stated that the electrical harness needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified of the failures. The failure mileage was 95,000.

Filed Apr 25, 2014 · Steering · MO

Steering noise and higher than normal steering resistance reference bulletin tsb-019 this is ridiculous that there hasn't been a recall! Are we just waiting for a wreck that actually kills some one? We were turning onto the highway and the steering wheel locked and had to be turned back to straight or else it would have just kept turning us into oncoming traffic.

Filed Apr 17, 2012 · Steering · 83,325 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 kia sedona. The contact was driving 2 MPH and attempting a right turn when the steering wheel seized. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and a private mechanic. The mechanic advised that the rack and pinion failed and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not contacted and the vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 83,325 and the current mileage was 85,000.

Filed Jun 21, 2011 · Steering, Transmission · 61,000 miles · MA

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 kia sedona. The contact stated that while attempting a left turn, the steering wheel locked making it difficult for the contact to turn the wheel. The contact tapped on the brakes and then the accelerator in order for the steering wheel to unlock. The dealer was notified of the failure but the vehicle was neither diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileage was 61,000. The consumer also stated the vehicle jerks and the power steering problem has worsened significantly. Updated 07/19/11