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2016 Kia Sedona Steering Problems

6 owner-reported steering complaints from NHTSA data

6
Complaints
1
Crashes
1
Fires
Feb 2024Oct 2025
Date Range

Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Owner Complaints (6)

criticalSTEERING,AIR BAGS,ENGINE
Filed: Jul 2025

I have a 2016 kia sedona. Engines on the vehicle have been known to be bad and I already had 1 engine replaced under their extended warranty that covers to 150000 miles after a blown head gasket. I got a new engine 11/2024 however car overheats & coolant leak everywhere&bust hoses.

NHTSA #: 11673557
criticalSTEERING,POWER TRAIN
FireFiled: Jun 2024

While parking, the power steering hose melted and power steering liquid leaked, causing the engine room and the bottom of the engine room to catch fire. There was danger to the driver and cars parked nearby. The problem was confirmed and repaired at a auto repair shop.

NHTSA #: 11594052
highSTEERING,ENGINE
Filed: Oct 2025

The contact owns a 2016 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that while driving at 50 MPH, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the vehicle. The vehicle lost motive power and drove forward about the length of the vehicle before the vehicle stalled.

NHTSA #: 11690730
highSTEERING,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
CrashFiled: Jun 2017

Rented a car from the airport in denver and it was the last 4 cars on there lot. I was driving the car lost in denver car was pulling to the center of the caron both sides. I said there is something wrong with this car.

NHTSA #: 11001982
highSTEERING,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
Filed: Mar 2017

The persistent problem that we have had with our vehicle is the engine shuts down while driving, causing a serious safety hazard. The safety hazard is serious in that, while the vehicle is in motion, power steering shuts off and the brakes are slow to work. Each occurrence has happened when the vehicle is in drive and moving at a speed of approximately 20-25 MPH.

NHTSA #: 10969569
lowSTEERING,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
Filed: Feb 2024

Vehicle shut off while driving for no apparent reason. Vehicle had plenty of fuel and battery measures 12.8 volts with engine off, 13.8 volts when vehicle is on. No error code.

NHTSA #: 11573778

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