2010 Kia Sedona — Known Issues & Recalls

Your ABS pump control module is leaking brake fluid, which creates a safety problem. This part is difficult to locate, expensive to replace, and requires special programming to work with your vehicle — with no guarantee it will function properly afterward. Kia customer service declined to help with this issue. The repair will likely involve replacing the ABS pump control module and reprogramming it to your specific vehicle.

Your 2010 Kia Sedona's brakes are grabbing unexpectedly without your foot on the pedal, causing the car to slow down dramatically and become hard to control. This has happened multiple times, with all four wheels getting extremely hot and smoke appearing from the left front wheel on at least one occasion. The dealership has been unable to reproduce the problem despite three visits and cannot find any stored diagnostic codes, though they found rust in the master cylinder reservoir and attempted ABS reprogramming. Resolving this will likely require a thorough brake system inspection by a specialist, including checking the master cylinder, ABS module, and brake lines for contamination or electrical faults.

Your son experienced unexpected acceleration while trying to slow down—the car sped up on its own instead of braking. No warning lights appeared on the dashboard. The issue may be related to a known electrical or brake system problem (NHTSA Campaign 20V088000). A mechanic should inspect your brake system and electrical connections to identify why the vehicle accelerated unexpectedly.

Your brake lights stay on even when you're not braking. This issue is related to a known recall (NHTSA Campaign 20V088000), but your dealer told you it's not covered under that recall and won't repair it for free. The problem started around 75,000 miles on your 2010 Kia Sedona. The repair will likely involve inspecting or replacing the brake light switch or related electrical components in the brake system.

Your van was repaired under a recall in July 2020 for a fluid leak from the ABS system that could cause fires. In January 2021, your engine started making clicking noises, then the van stalled on an incline and wouldn't move forward. You saw steam from under the hood, and within 10 minutes heavy smoke and flames came from the engine compartment. The fire department had to extinguish the fire. Your concern is that even after the recall repair was completed, the vehicle still caught fire.

After your Kia Sedona was serviced at the dealer under recall SC135, you noticed strong exhaust fumes coming from inside and outside the vehicle. When you reported this to the dealer, they didn't diagnose or repair the issue, and the manufacturer wasn't notified of the problem. The exhaust leak likely needs to be located and sealed, which could involve inspecting exhaust system connections, gaskets, or components.

Your transmission's shift solenoid D (a valve that controls fluid flow) is malfunctioning, which has caused your engine to overheat and come close to failing. This is a serious issue that requires immediate attention before driving the vehicle further. The fix will likely involve replacing the faulty solenoid and having the transmission and cooling system inspected for damage.

Your fuel line detached while you were driving, but no warning lights came on to alert you. When you pulled over and looked under the vehicle, you saw sparks and flames coming from the engine area. Fortunately, you and your children were able to exit the vehicle safely before any serious damage occurred. The fix will likely require a fuel line inspection, replacement of the detached line, and a full fuel system diagnostic to ensure no other components were damaged.

Your 2010 Kia Sedona was involved in a crash at 25 mph when another vehicle ran a stop sign and hit your driver's side and rear passenger doors. The airbags failed to deploy during the collision, and you sustained back and head injuries requiring medical treatment. The vehicle had 93,000 miles at the time of the crash. A dealer inspection and diagnostic may be needed to determine why the airbag system did not activate.

While driving at 65 mph with cruise control engaged, your vehicle suddenly accelerated on its own. When you pressed the brake pedal, the brakes didn't respond, and the emergency brake also failed to stop the vehicle. You were only able to stop by turning off the ignition. After exiting, flames were spotted under the front of the vehicle, which required the fire department to extinguish. The cause of these failures was not determined.

While driving at highway speeds (around 70 mph), your accelerator suddenly stops responding and you feel a mild popping sensation. The engine won't rev no matter how hard you press the gas pedal, and your car gradually slows to about 10 mph on its own. Turning the car off and restarting it fixes the problem temporarily, but it happens again randomly—sometimes days apart, sometimes multiple times in one trip. The issue appears to be a fuel or engine control system malfunction that may require diagnostic testing and potential replacement of the throttle body, fuel injectors, or engine control module.

Your vehicle experienced unintended acceleration even after you pressed the brake pedal, causing it to crash into a tree. The problem happened without warning and recurred months after being repaired at an independent mechanic — when you shifted gears, the engine revved unexpectedly. The issue may involve the throttle control system or brake system not responding correctly, and a mechanic will need to diagnose whether the problem is with the electronic throttle, brake pedal sensor, or related components.

Your cruise control suddenly stopped working while driving at 75 MPH, and your ESC warning light came on. You also noticed your rear brake lights stayed on even after you turned off the engine and shifted to park. The dealer found that your brake stop lamp switch needed replacement, which they believe is related to a previous lighting recall that was never completed on your vehicle.

Your brake switch is sticking, which keeps your brake lights on even when you're not braking. Additionally, your Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system isn't working properly, causing your accelerator to stop responding and your cruise control to fail. You experienced a situation where your vehicle wouldn't accelerate above idle speed and had to shift into neutral to get moving again. The fix will likely involve replacing the brake switch and diagnosing the ESC system for electrical or sensor issues.

Your tailgate won't unlock using any of the three methods: the remote fob, the key in the driver's door, or the interior unlock button. There's no exterior keyhole or interior release mechanism on the tailgate itself, meaning you can't open it without removing the interior panel. The locking mechanism is now silent and no longer clicks when you try to unlock it, though your rear sliding doors continue to unlock normally.

Your car's door latches are locking unexpectedly, and you're experiencing issues with the electronic stability control system. You may also notice problems with the engine air filter or related fuel system components. A technician will need to diagnose the electrical system and inspect the door latch mechanisms, stability control module, and fuel system components.

While driving on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, both the ABS (anti-lock braking system) and ESC (electronic stability control) warning lights came on simultaneously. A service station diagnosed the problem as a faulty ABS pump. The Kia dealer replaced the ABS pump to resolve the issue. The repair may involve replacing the ABS pump module and recalibrating the brake control system.

Your trunk latch isn't catching properly, causing the trunk to pop open while you're driving. You've had to use a cord to keep it closed as a temporary workaround. The latch mechanism needs to be repaired or replaced so it will properly secure and stay closed.

Your rear side doors occasionally won't unlock and are difficult to open. The dealership couldn't reproduce the problem when you brought it in earlier, but over the past 10 years, it's become more frequent and persistent. The issue likely involves the door locking mechanism or electrical components that control the rear door locks.

Your driver's seat back suddenly reclined on its own while you were driving. The dealership couldn't reproduce the problem when they inspected it, so they didn't make any repairs. The manufacturer said they'd help cover the repair costs. This happened at 109,000 miles on your vehicle.