2006 Kia Sedona electrical system problems

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• Recall 20V088000Feb 14, 2020228,829 vehicles
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

  Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2006-2010 Sedona and 2007-2009 Sorento vehicles. Moisture may enter the Anti-lock Brake (ABS) Module and result in an electrical short.

  Risk: An electrical short within the ABS Module may cause an engine compartment fire, even when the vehicle is turned off, increasing the risk of an injury.

  Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will install a relay in the main junction box to prevent power from being directed to the HECU when the vehicle's ignition switch is turned off, free of charge. The recall began June 5, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC186.

What owners say

1. Filed May 6, 2026189,000 miGAFireTowedBrakesElectrical System

   The contact owned a 2006 Kia Sedona. The vehicle was bought used close to four years ago. The contact was unaware that the vehicle had received notifications of NHTSA campaign numbers 20V088000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC), 16V389000 (LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES), and 16V387000 (SUSPENSION). The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH, an abnormal pop sound was heard coming from the vehicle. The contact noticed smoke was emitting from the front end of the…

   NHTSA complaint #11736057 · source
2. Filed Feb 23, 2026DEElectrical SystemEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

   Auto dealer fraud 8/3 2024 dealership sold me a title washed lemon with major safety hazards Defective unrepairable components Discovered later after purchase P0885 limp mode Fire hazard the vehicle may catch on fire when parked Went back to the dealership that I purchased from for a P0885 on December 4 2024 Returned Back to me march 18 2025 with a blown motor I asked the tow truck driver to be a witness to me firing up the vehicle for documentation Rey Prado of Prado towing…

   NHTSA complaint #11720047 · source
3. Filed Oct 19, 2023ILFireTowedBrakesElectrical System

   The contact owns a 2006 Kia Sedona LX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V088000 (Electrical System, Service Brakes, Hydraulic) and stated that while powered off, he observed smoke emanating from the engine compartment. The contact stated that when the hood was opened, fire erupted from the engine compartment. The contact extinguished the fire. No police report or fire report was made available. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was…

   NHTSA complaint #11550771 · source
4. Filed Mar 7, 2022NCBody & StructureBrakesElectrical System

   The contact owns a 2006 Kia Sedona. The contact received notification of NHTSA 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…

   NHTSA complaint #11455611 · source
5. Filed Dec 1, 2021FLElectrical System

   I obtained this vehicle from a relative in Ohio. They tried twice to have the recall repaired and twice they showed for an appointment to find out parts were not available. I bought and brought the car to Florida. I started the same process here with Daytona Kia {[phone removed]}. I have had 2 appointments. The first on 8/31/2021 I cancelled having called the day before to be told the part was not in. As I was not communicated with despite being told I would be called, I…

   NHTSA complaint #11442262 · source
6. Filed Sep 15, 202056,895 miNYAirbagsBrakesElectrical System

   Wcs error . Airbag system issue .kia recalled 2015 but doesnt bother on earlier cars.sometimes car doesnt start many have this issues it has to do with immobilizer wires .and brakes with rotors are bad every 2 years breaks and rotors get killed .my car has only 56856 mls

   NHTSA complaint #11355289 · source
7. Filed Jul 6, 2020VABrakesElectrical SystemEngine

   I went to the dealer kia orisman on june 22 in the morning. You will inform me that you have to make an order for part. I called after a week and the part had not arrived. It's been two weeks and you still won't call me. I want to sell my car and i can't.

   NHTSA complaint #11337616 · source
8. Filed Jun 8, 2020143,194 miFLBrakesElectrical System

   Tl* the contact owns a 2006 kia sedona. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 20v088000 (electrical system, service brakes, hydraulic). The contact stated while driving 40 mph, the parking brake warning light was illuminated with an abnormal sound. The contact stated that the steering wheel was difficult to turn. The contact stated that the vehicle was driven to the residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The…

   NHTSA complaint #11327840 · source
9. Filed May 22, 2020ALBrakesElectrical System

   Tl* the contact owns a 2006 kia sedona. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 20v088000 (electrical system, service brakes, hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact called brewbaker kia (222 eastern blvd, montgomery, al 36117, [phone removed]) where it was confirmed that the part was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The…

   NHTSA complaint #11325522 · source
10. Filed May 12, 2020141,000 miMDElectrical System

    There is an open recall on my vehicle, nhtsa recall number 20v088 kia recall number sc186. This recall has been open since april 8, over a month now, and has a chance of the vehicle catching fire so it must be parked away from my house. On a previous recall of chevrolet, which just had a chance of the key coming lose from the ignition, a different vehicle was provided while the recall was being remedied. I feel that this recall is more severe than that one and after a month…

    NHTSA complaint #11324233 · source
11. Filed May 4, 2020TXBrakesElectrical System

    Tl* the contact owns a 2006 kia sedona. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 20v088000 (electrical system, service brakes, hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. A dealer was not made aware of the issue. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution…

    NHTSA complaint #11323184 · source
12. Filed Apr 30, 2020102,288 miINElectrical SystemEngine

    My 2006 kia sedona minivan has an intermittent failure causing it not to start. All electrical works except the engine & starter. Turn the key to start & it does not turn over. The automotive mechanical term used to describe this condition is "no crank". The starter & engine remain off. After multiple attempts it starts after 5-30 minutes. We have taken the vehicle to the dealership on multiple occasions & they were unable to diagnose &/or repair the problem. The failure is…

    NHTSA complaint #11322845 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology