Kia Sedona extended warranty
The Kia Sedona is a van that was offered with a gas engine. Here's what the factory warranty covers, what it leaves out and what to look for in a plan.
- BodyVan
- PowertrainGas engine
- StatusNo longer sold new
Worth covering
Parts to check in a Sedona plan
- EngineThe engine block, cylinder heads and the internally lubricated parts inside them: pistons, crankshaft, camshafts, timing chain, oil pump and valve train.
- TransmissionThe transmission case and internal parts, the torque converter, valve body and, on most plans, the transmission control module. Automatic, manual, CVT and dual-clutch units are all eligible.
- Electrical systemThe alternator, starter, voltage regulator, wiper motors, power-window motors and regulators, and power-lock actuators.
How much factory warranty is left on your Sedona?
Estimate only, assuming the car was first sold early in its model year. Your in-service date is on your registration or available from a dealer.
Kia Sedona factory warranty
New Kia vehicles typically come with basic coverage for 5 years or 60,000 miles and powertrain coverage for 10 years or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first. Coverage starts on the date the vehicle was first sold. Terms can differ by model year, so confirm yours in the warranty booklet or with a Kia dealer.
The long powertrain term applies to the original owner. If you bought your Kia Sedona used, the powertrain coverage that transfers to you is generally shorter.
The Sedona is no longer sold new in the US, so most examples are close to or beyond the end of factory coverage.
Why body style matters
Vans carry people and cargo, and the parts that wear are often the ones unique to the body style: power sliding doors, the power liftgate, and rear heating and air conditioning.
Naturally aspirated gas engine
A conventional gas engine has no turbocharger, which removes one expensive part. The costly failures are internal: timing chain components, head gaskets, oil pumps and, on direct-injection engines, the high-pressure fuel pump. Powertrain-level plans cover these internally lubricated parts.
About Kia
Kia's 10-year, 100,000-mile powertrain warranty covers the original owner. Second owners generally get powertrain coverage only to 5 years or 60,000 miles from the original sale date, so used-Kia buyers often have less coverage than they expect.
Choose your coverage
Plan levels for the Sedona
The parts that make the car move, and the most expensive to replace.
Powertrain plus the major named systems.
Exclusionary coverage: everything except a short list of exclusions.
From the blog
Reading for Kia Sedona owners
- Brand guidesHyundai and Kia's 10-Year Warranty: The Original-Owner CatchHyundai and Kia's 10-year powertrain warranty is a big selling point, but it's tied to the original owner. Here's what used-car buyers should know.4 min read
- Repairs and costsTiming Chain Problems: Symptoms and CausesLearn the warning signs of a stretched or failing timing chain, what causes it, why repairs are labor-heavy, and how service contracts may treat it.4 min read
- Repairs and costsHead Gasket Failure ExplainedWhat a head gasket does, the warning signs of failure, why it happens, what repairs involve and how extended warranties often treat it.4 min read
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Kia Sedona eligible for extended coverage?
Eligibility depends on the vehicle's year and mileage, and each provider sets its own limits. Because the Sedona is no longer sold new, older examples may qualify only for powertrain-level plans.
Which coverage level fits a Kia Sedona?
If the gas engine and transmission are your main concern, a powertrain plan covers them. If you also want air conditioning, electrical parts and electronics covered, look at a mid-level or comprehensive plan.
How much does a Kia Sedona extended warranty cost?
Price depends on the model year, mileage, coverage level, deductible and your ZIP code. Request a quote with your details for an actual price.