2008 Kia Sedona Kia Sedona 2008

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2008 Kia Sedona repairs by problem area

Engine (27%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (25%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (21%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)

Other (13%)

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2008 Kia Sedona electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (67%)

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Chart based on 12 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Kia Sedona 4dr Minivan, ext.

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

43000 mi Passenger front turn signal would burn out every six months. Dealer replaced the entire socket and problem appears to be fixed, but we shall see. 
75000 mi Rear sliding door not working. Had to replace activator which was $15 part and $187 labor. Covered by extended warranty I bought when I bought car. 
93000 mi Automatic door again not working. Haven't repaired it yet as its sporadic and dealer couldn't duplicate. I have an extended aftermarket warranty on the car to 100,000 k but the time involved ges aggravating as this has been an on-going issue with the older Sedonas with the auto doors. 
89700 mi

US $300
PLATE BULB, DRIVERS SIDE MAP LIGHT 
126000 mi

US $160
Oil change, A/C system recharging, General checkover before a long trip 
11780 mi Air conditioner compressor clutch was replaced due to a knocking noise being emitted. This solved the problem. 
43000 mi all are warrenty repairs 
61780 mi

C $250
Battery died. Needed to be replaced 
71300 mi

C $480
New dome lamp installed. 
20000 mi Lock mechanism on near side sliding door. Lock failed so door would open during operation. 

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2008 Kia Sedona

4-cylinder automatic 2WD

16000 mi The driver's side power sliding door stopped functioning. Dealer replaced part at no cost and it is working properly now. 
31000 mi automatic sliding door would not function. Kia seemed to know about this problem and fixed it, no charge. 

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2008 Kia Sedona Electrical Problems

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