Model year guide

2016 Kia sedona

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2016 Kia sedona is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 15 on record.

2016 Kia sedona — representative photo
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2016 Kia sedona at a glance

Safety recalls4
Owner complaints286
Combined20 mpg
Typical price$14,491

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2016 Kia sedona recalls 4

Structure:body:door NHTSA Campaign #18V338000 · 23/05/2018

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Kia Sedona vehicles equipped with a power sliding door (PSD). The PSD may not auto-reverse when its closing is obstructed.

Fix: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the PSD module software, free of charge. The recall began on June 18, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC164.

Exterior Lighting:turn Signal NHTSA Campaign #21V725000 · 17/09/2021

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Sedona vehicles. The Smart Junction Box (SJB) software logic may not properly interpret the signals received from the multifunction switch, which could cause the turn signal to activate in the opposite direction of what the driver intended.

Fix: Dealers will update the SJB software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 12, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC217.

Electrical System:wiring NHTSA Campaign #19V109000 · 19/02/2019

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Sedona vehicles equipped with manually-adjusted front passenger seats. Over time, the Occupant Detection System (ODS) wiring harness located underneath the front passenger seat may break from the seat being occupied.

Fix: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will remove the wire harness clip to prevent the wiring harness from breaking. If the harness is found damaged, the front passenger seat cushion will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 19, 2019. Owners may cont…

Power Train:automatic Transmission:lever And Linkage:column Shift NHTSA Campaign #22V612000 · 10/08/2022

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016 Sedona and Sorento vehicles. The vehicles may have been manufactured with faulty automatic transmission shift lever assembly components, preventing the shift lever from locking, which can allow the vehicle to rollaway.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the automatic transmission shift lever assembly components, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 7, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC246.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2016 Kia sedona common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 286 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.

2016 Kia sedona MPG & running costs

Combined20 mpg
City18 mpg
Highway24 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,100

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2016 Kia sedona worth?

Low
$11,498
Typical price
$14,491
High
$19,624

From 13 comparable 2016 Kia sedona listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2016 Kia sedona costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,500
Depreciation (5 yrs)$6,750
Total$22,250
Per mile$0.30

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($14,491) with the same model 5 model-years older ($7,751), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2016 Kia sedona trims & engines on record

Trims
LX - Middle-low · EX - Middle level · L - Low level
Engines
3.3L 6-cyl

2016 Kia sedona vehicles on record

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Other Kia sedona model years

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2016 Kia sedona — frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Kia sedona have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2016 Kia sedona. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Kia sedona?

Based on 286 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, electrical system, fuel/propulsion system.

What gas mileage does the 2016 Kia sedona get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2016 Kia sedona at about 20 mpg combined (18 city / 24 highway).

How much is a 2016 Kia sedona worth?

Comparable 2016 Kia sedona listings run roughly $11,498–$19,624, typically around $14,491 (from 13 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.