Does the 2004 Kia Sedona have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2004 Kia Sedona, the most recent reported on July 20, 2005 (Vehicle speed control: cables). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Kia Sedona?

Owners have filed 176 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is wheels (32 complaints), followed by service brakes, hydraulic (28).

How many 2004 Kia Sedona complaints mention a crash or fire?

10 of 176 complaints report a crash and 14 a fire; 25 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2004 Kia Sedona recalls and problems

2 recalls and 176 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2004 Kia Sedona.

recalls

176

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2004 Kia Sedona recalls

Vehicle speed control: cables

NHTSA campaign 05V329000 · reported July 20, 2005 · KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. · 118,447 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain mini vans, freezing conditions can cause water on the throttle cable to freeze during normal operation. Resistance to movement of the throttle cable can occur when the driver lifts their foot off of the gas pedal.
The risk: This can cause the cable to stick, thus preventing the engine from returning to idle and causing the vehicle to maintain speed or accelerate. Such an event can occur without warning and could cause a crash.
The fix: Dealers will modify a protective sleeve around the throttle cable. The recall began on august 15, 2005. Owners may contact kia at 1-800-333-4542.

Wheels

NHTSA campaign 05V232000 · reported May 19, 2005 · KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. · 37,358 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain mini vans equipped with alloy wheels, moisture can accumulate around the rear hub caps causing damage to the outer wheel bearing.
The risk: Wheel bearing failure may occur without warning which could result in a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the rear hub caps free of charge. Upon inspection, some vehicles will also require replacement of the rear outer bearings and/or hub assembly. The recall began on june 13, 2005. Owners may contact kia at 1-800-333-4542.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Wheels32
Service brakes, hydraulic28
Engine and engine cooling24
Steering22
Electrical system18
Suspension17
Vehicle speed control12
Air bags9
Unknown or other9
Power train7

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Sep 25, 2026 · Engine · fire reported
In …, my 2004 Kia Sedona caught fire shortly after I arrived at work in […]. My […] daughter was with me because she was sick. After parking, I removed her from the back seat and went inside the salon. Minutes later, I returned and saw smoke coming from the engine. Within seconds, the front of the vehicle caught fire…

Oct 8, 2021 · Unknown or other · fire reported
Everything appears normal driving down road bout 45 to 50 mph. Slowed down for car n front was turning when I noticed smoke coming from under hood around headlights both sides. Then we pulled into a storage unit place. When even more smoke . I got out popped hood it was all on fire. I turned off van and a friend and I…

Mar 28, 2020 · Wheels · 18,000 miles
I HAVE A 2004 KIA SENDONA LX VAN AND THE WHEEL BARRINGS ARE BAD I FIXED IT ONCE ALREADY A MONTH AGO AND IT IS ALREADY BROKEN AGAIN BOTH TIMES IT COMPLETELY FELL APART IN TO LITTLE PEICES WHEN I TOOK THE WHEEL OFF.

Apr 2, 2019 · Engine · 100,100 miles · fire reported
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2004 KIA SEDONA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED AND TOWED TO A TOW YARD. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE CAUSE OF THE FIRE WAS UNKNOWN. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT CONTACTED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE…

Oct 21, 2018 · Engine · 25,000 miles · fire reported
MY 2004 KIA SEDONA WAS SITTING STATIONARY IN MY DRIVEWAY ENGINE WAS OFF. WHEN SOMETHING IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT CAUGHT FIRE CAUSING EXTENSIVE DAMAGE TO ENGINE PARTS ON THE TOP SIDE OF THE ENGINE. SUCH BE AS FLUID RESERVOIRS WIRING, FUSE BOX, AND MORE.

Sedona model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2002	3	198	17	13
2003	4	163	13	21
2004	2	176	10	14
2005	2	185	20	9
2006	7	385	13	8
2007	6	157	7	8

Across all years, the 2006 Sedona has the most complaints (385). All Kia Sedona years →

Questions

Does the 2004 Kia Sedona have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2004 Kia Sedona, the most recent reported on July 20, 2005 (Vehicle speed control: cables). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Kia Sedona?: Owners have filed 176 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is wheels (32 complaints), followed by service brakes, hydraulic (28).
How many 2004 Kia Sedona complaints mention a crash or fire?: 10 of 176 complaints report a crash and 14 a fire; 25 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 25, 2026.