2006 Kia Sedona Kia Sedona 2006

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2006 Kia Sedona repairs by problem area

Engine (26%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (14%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (35%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (7%)

Other (7%)

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2006 Kia Sedona brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (7%)

$500 - $999 (14%)

$100 - $499 (43%)

< $100 (36%)

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Chart based on 14 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 Kia Sedona 4dr Minivan, ext.

244-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

133000 mi

US $750
Both front brake calipers replaced - pads and rotors replaced for all wheels. 
201000 mi

US $15
Caliber pins sticking, causing premature and uneven wear to the pads. 
55000 mi

US $486
Transmission stuck in Park. Replaced Transmission Shift-Lock Control module and Brake switch. 
85560 mi

C $322
Original front brake rotors appear to have a crack on wear surface. Braking at hwy speed became noisy. Replaced rotors with new Brembo rotors; quiet operation now. 
146300 mi

US $160
Replaced pads and rotors and lines on front end 
235000 mi

US $300
Calipers 
60000 mi You don't want rotor work entered, but, this is the third time this vehicle has required rotor turning or replacement. Having been a mechanic for a number of years, I can definitively say that is excessive. It's also a commonly experienced issue 
144000 mi

US $633
One caliper had frozen up. Replaced both along with rotors and pads. 
55900 mi

C $300
Brake caliper seized 
66960 mi

C $450
Brake caliper seized on front passenger side. Replaced caliper, front disks and front pads. 
39000 mi ESC and brake light on, recall replacement of brake pedal switch. High pedal effort, "normal". Now clicking when pedal depressed. 
154000 mi

US $1277
Left front caliper stuck. Replace caliper, LF rotor, front pads.  
28000 mi Rear brake lines where rubbing on shocks making a screeching sound. Dealer re-routed lines so to avoid contacting the shocks. 
10000 mi Brakes made noise when cold, dealer replaced rear calipers with updated versions. Took about 3 hours. 
48000 mi Wheel sensor for antilock brakes/ESP replaced 

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2006 Kia Sedona Brake Problems

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