Kia Sedona Recall R/2014/012: Front Suspension Arm May Fail, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Book soon
- How serious
- 31 Mar 2014
- Launched
- 9,964
- vehicles in the UK
- 131110
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Kia recalled Sedona vehicles built between 8 October 2005 and 14 August 2012. The front suspension lower suspension arms may corrode due to insufficient coating of the steel on the inner surfaces. The dealer will check the front suspension lower arms for corrosion and the thickness of the steel measured. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The front suspension lower suspension arms may corrode due to insufficient coating of the steel on the inner surfaces. Excessive corrosion could cause weakening of the arms (Thinning of metal). Gradual weakening of the lower suspension arms. Customers are unlikely to notice any symptoms but may notice juddering from suspension area. Ultimately the arm could fracture.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: FRONT SUSPENSION ARM MAY FAIL Defect: The front suspension lower suspension arms may corrode due to insufficient coating of the steel on the inner surfaces. Excessive corrosion could cause weakening of the arms (Thinning of metal). Gradual weakening of the lower suspension arms. Customers are unlikely to notice any symptoms but may notice juddering from suspension area. Ultimately the arm could fracture. Remedy: The front suspension lower arms will be checked for corrosion and the thickness of the steel measured. If the thickness of the steel is sufficient the cavities will be filled with cavity wax to prevent corrosion. If the thickness of the steel is below the minimum the arms will be replaced.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause weakening of the arms (Thinning of metal).
The Fix
The dealer will check the front suspension lower arms for corrosion and the thickness of the steel measured.
Are You Affected?
Sedona built between 8 October 2005 and 14 August 2012 may be included. Kia estimates 9,964 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Kia, because not every car in the date range may be included.
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Kia.
- Book with any franchised Kia dealer, quoting the campaign code 131110 or the DVSA reference R/2014/012. See how to get a Kia recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sedona, SorentoWater or oil may enter the hydraulic electronic control unit | Urgent | R/2020/187 | |
| SedonaBonnet catch may fail | Book soon | R/2016/197 | |
| Carens, Megentis, Optima, Sedona and 3 moreBrake lights may malfunction | Book soon | R/2013/055 | |
| Carens, Sedona, Sorento, SportageBrake light may not operate | Urgent | R/2009/092 | |
| SedonaPossibility of fire | Urgent | R/2006/001 |
This is one of 87 Kia recalls in DVSA’s data. The Kia recall launched before it was R/2013/055 on 1 Jun 2013, for brake lights may malfunction. The one launched after it was R/2014/036 on 8 May 2014, for drivers seat belt may not operate correctly following a collision. You can also see every Kia recall, all recalls launched in 2014 and suspension recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2014/012, launched 31 March 2014. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.