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Service bulletins for the 2015 Kia Sedona

A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.

146 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.

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TSBBOD1652017-08-25. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR. TSB: COMBINATION TSB/SERVICE ACTION: POWER SLIDING DOOR (PSD) DRIVE UNIT REPLACEMENT (SA271) - This bulletin provides information about the replacement of the power sliding door (PSD) drive unit on some 2015-2017MY Sedona (YP) vehicles, which were produced between July 21, 2014 and January 12, 2017, and may experience a stick-slip noise generated between the rotor and the friction plate of the PSD motor while the PSD is closing. This issue can also result in the PSD not being fully latched (closed). Regardless of whether this issue is present in either or both sides, replace both PSD drive units following the procedure shown in this TSB.
PS4742017-08-25. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. PITSTOP: TPMS SENSOR POSITION - When diagnosing TPMS-related DTCs, make sure you are investigating the correct sensor. The TPMS positioning from the manufacturer may be different from the positioning shown on a KDS.
TSBCLI0362017-08-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER. TSB: COMBINATION TSB/SERVICE ACTION: A/C DISCHARGE HOSE REPLACEMENT (SA267) - This bulletin provides information about the A/C discharge hose replacement on certain 2015-2016MY Sedona (YP) vehicles produced from March 1, 2015 through March 29, 2016, which may exhibit a refrigerant leak due to poor heat resistance at the swaging spot of the A/C discharge hose. Kia is requesting the completion of this Service Action on all affected vehicles. Before conducting this procedure, verify that the vehicle is included in the list of affected VINs.
PS4932017-08-02. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY; EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER. TSB: DEFOGGING LOGIC ? NORMAL OPERATION, DISABLING, AND ENABLING - Starting with 2010MY, all Kia vehicles, except Rio (JB), incorporate a defogging logic to prevent the interior windows from becoming excessively fogged. Depending on the specific model, the HVAC control head monitors ambient temperature and/or cabin humidity to determine which settings will best prevent the windows from fogging. If the system detects lower ambient temperature or higher cabin humidity, the defogging logic may automatically switch ON the A/C, and/or set the air intake mode to Fresh Air. If the user changes these settings, the defogging logic will take control again after 3 to 5 minutes, depending on the procedure in this publication.
TSB-ELE100R42017-08-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. TSB: UVO SYSTEM UPGRADE - This bulletin provides the procedure for upgrading the UVO system on some 2014-2016MY Soul (PS), Sorento (XMa)/(UMa), Optima (TF HEV), Forte (YD), Sportage (SL), 2015-2016MY Sedona (YP), and 2014-2015(MY) Optima (QF/TF) vehicles to address ?Incoming ring volume too loud? complaints when using certain smartphones (non-iPhone). Additionally, in 2014MY vehicles the upgrade will also improve Bluetooth connectivity and Voice Recognition (VR).
TSB-ELE1062017-08-02. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. TSB: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER REPLACEMENT, SOFWARE UPGRADE AND MILEAGE SETTING - This bulletin provides the procedure to perform a software upgrade and mileage setting on 2015MY~ Sedona (YP), 2016MY~ Sorento (UMa), and 2017MY~ Forte (YD, YDm) vehicles with newly replaced instrument clusters.
TSB-BOD116R12017-08-02. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR. TSB: SERVICE ACTION: POWER SLIDING DOOR (PSD) INSPECTION AND/OR REPAIR (SA210) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides the procedure to inspect and/or repair the power sliding doors (PSD) of some 2015~2016MY Sedona (YP) vehicles, produced from January 6, 2015 through July 6, 2015, which may exhibit an inoperative power sliding door(s).
PS4662017-08-02. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION:FRONT:MACPHERSON STRUT; SUSPENSION. PITSTOP: REPETITIVE KNOCKING NOISE EMANATING FROM ONE OR BOTH FRONT STRUTS - On some 2015MY Sedona?s produced between July 21, 2014 through September 21, 2014, customers may complain of a repetitive knocking noise emanating from the front strut or suspension areas of the vehicle. This noise is more noticeable during a parking lot maneuver at slow speeds, especially over speed bumps.
TSB-GEN085R12017-08-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners, which are designed to lock into place once fully attached, are utilized in various Kia models and are strictly intended for ?one time use.? Some examples are: axle shaft nuts with stake collar, cotter pins, washers with locking tabs and other similar hardware, including threaded fasteners with pre-applied ?thread-locking adhesives.? It is critical for technicians to be aware that ALL such locking fasteners, regardless of type, are for ?one time use? only.
PS3492017-08-02. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY. PITSTOP: BATTERY REPLACEMENT ? FILLER FOAM PAD INSTALLATION - When replacing the OE battery on 2015MY Sedona (YP) (L, LX and EX trim levels ONLY), the replacement battery (P/N 37110 24001U) height is slightly different than the OE battery. A filler foam pad (P/N A9087 ADU00) will be necessary to close the gap between the battery top and upper L bracket of the hold down clamp. Follow the procedure outlined in this article to install the pad.
TSB-ELE073R12017-08-02. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. TSB: SERVICE ACTION: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA176) - This bulletin provides information related to a software upgrade for the Instrument Cluster (see affected cluster type below) of some 2015MY Sedona (YP) vehicles (L and LX trim levels), produced from August 11, 2014 through November 8, 2014, which may exhibit a parasitic draw of up to 200-250 milliamps (mA), when the main fuse box switch is set to ?ON?, in key OFF/doors locked condition.
TSB-ELE0702017-08-02. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM). TSB:SERVICE ACTION: NAVIGATION UNIT SOFTWARE UPGRADE (SA172) - This bulletin provides the procedure for upgrading the navigation system software of some Sedona (YP), Soul (PS) and Optima (QF) vehicles to resolve concerns related to no sound coming from the head unit after ending a Bluetooth call.
TSB-TRA0552017-08-02. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. TSB: INHIBITOR SWITCH DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION - This bulletin gives information regarding the steps to take regarding the diagnosis of the Inhibitor Switch.
TSB-GEN0572017-08-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. TSB: GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSIS FOR SMART KEY FOB SYSTEMS AND START/STOP BUTTONS - This bulletin provides information related to the Smart Key Systems on vehicles equipped with A/T (automatic transaxle) and Start/Stop Buttons (SSB).
PS472R12017-08-02. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. PITSTOP: HVAC VENTILATION LOGIC OPERATION - Starting with 14MY Soul (PS) (with the exception of PSEV) and complete new models such as K900 (KH), Sedona (YP), Sorento (UMa), Optima (JFa), Sportage (QL), and 17MY Forte (YD, YDm), etc., equipped with a sunroof, a ventilation logic has been applied in order to prevent exhaust gases flowing into the vehicle due to the pressure difference (inside vs outside) that is generated when driving with the sunroof open. This logic allows the system to automatically switch from RECIRCULATION to FRESH mode when the sunroof is open.
TSB-GEN0852017-08-02. Service bulletin. LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners utilized in various Kia models are strictly intended for ?one time use?. Though not limited to the following, some examples are: axle shaft nuts with stake collar, cotter pins, washers with locking tabs and other similar hardware, including threaded fasteners with pre-applied ?thread-locking adhesives.?
PS3392017-08-02. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY. PITSTOP: REMOTE START SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC HOTLINE - When diagnosing remote start systems, refer to the table shown in this article for detailed information on applicable models, model year and system supplier; along with the applicable Hotline contact information and business hours.
PS3892017-02-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. PITSTOP: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER VARIANT CODING - THIS ARTICLE PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATED TO VARIANT CODING THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER IN 2015MY SEDONA (YP). WHEN REPLACING AN INSTRUMENT CLUSTER, IT IS REQUIRED TO VARIANT CODE THE REPLACEMENT CLUSTER WITH A CORRECT CODE (SEE TABLE BELOW) USING GDS OR KDS.
PS3882017-02-17. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. PITSTOP: HECU VARIANT CODING - THIS ARTICLE PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATED TO VARIANT CODING THE HYDRAULIC AND ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (HECU) MODULE IN 2015MY SEDONA (YP). WHEN REPLACING THE HECU MODULE, IT IS REQUIRED TO VARIANT CODE THE REPLACEMENT MODULE WITH A CORRECT CODE (SEE TABLE BELOW) USING GDS OR KDS.
PS3872017-02-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM). PITSTOP: NAVIGATION HEADUNIT AND SD CARD COMPATIBILITY - THIS ARTICLE PROVIDES INFORMATION IN REGARDS TO POSSIBLE COMPATIBILITY ISSUES BETWEEN NAVIGATION HEAD UNITS AND SD CARDS WHEN REPLACING HEAD UNITS FOR MULTIMEDIA ISSUES. IF AFTER REPLACING A NAVIGATION HEAD UNIT THE ORIGINAL SD CARD DOES NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY, FOLLOW THE STEPS BELOW TO DIAGNOSE THE ISSUE:
TSBBOD1092017-02-17. Service bulletin. SEATS; SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY. TSB: 2ND AND 3RD ROW SEATS INOPERATIVE OR DIFFICULT TO OPERATE - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURE TO REPAIR OPERATION/RELEASE CONCERNS IN THE 2 ND AND 3RD ROW SEATS OF SOME SEDONA (YP) VEHICLES, PRODUCED FROM JULY 21, 2014 THROUGH DECEMBER 16, 2014, WHICH MAY EXHIBIT ANY OF THE FOLLOWING CONCERNS.
TSBCHA0532017-02-17. Service bulletin. STEERING. TSB: SERVICE ACTION: HYDRAULIC STEERING RACK INSPECTION AND/OR REPLACEMENT (SA182) - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURE FOR INSPECTING AND/OR REPLACING THE STEERING RACK OF SOME 2015MY SEDONA (YP) VEHICLES, PRODUCED FROM DECEMBER 3, 2014 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2014, WHICH MAY EXPERIENCE A REDUCED AMOUNT OF ASSIST FROM THE STEERING RACK WHILE DRIVING OR AN OIL LEAK EMANATING FROM THE STEERING RACK. TO CORRECT AND/OR PREVENT THIS CONCERN, INSPECT THE STEERING RACK AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE WITH A NEW ONE BY REFERRING TO THE APPLICABLE WORKSHOP MANUAL ON KGIS. KIA IS REQUESTING THE COMPLETION OF THIS SERVICE ACTION ON ALL AFFECTED VEHICLES IN DEALER STOCK, PRIOR TO DELIVERY. BEFORE CONDUCTING THE PROCEDURE, VERIFY THE VEHICLE IS INCLUDED IN THE LIST OF AFFECTED VINS.
PS4652017-02-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. PITSTOP: RECALIBRATION OF BLIND SPOT DETECTION AFTER COLLISION REPAIRS - THIS PITSTOP PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH BLIND SPOT DETECTION (BSD), WHICH MAY EXHIBIT A “CHECK BSD SYSTEM” MESSAGE WITH DTCS: C270254 AND C270354: C270254: CONTROL MODULE MASTER MISSING CALIBRATION / C270354: CONTROL MODULE SLAVE MISSING CALIBRATION
PS266R12017-02-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER. PITSTOP: HVAC RECEIVER/DRYER - DESICCANT REPLACEMENT - IN THE EVENT OF A HVAC SYSTEM CONCERN IN WHICH METAL PARTICLES OR SHARDS HAVE CONTAMINATED THE SYSTEM, THE DESICCANT OR THE ENTIRE A/C RECEIVER/DRYER ASSEMBLY MAY NEED TO BE REPLACED. THIS IS DUE TO THE FACT THAT IT MAY BE IMPOSSIBLE TO REMOVE ALL METAL CONTAMINANTS FROM THE RECEIVER/DRYER DURING THE A/C FLUSHING PROCEDURE. REFER TO THE INCLUDED TABLE FOR DETAILED INFORMATION ON COMPONENT REPLACEMENT BY MODEL. IF YOU SUSPECT A PLUGGED EXPANSION VALVE, THE INLET SCREENS CAN BE CLEANED. IF THE VALVE IS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AN INLET SCREEN AND IS RESTRICTED, THE EXPANSION VALVE MAY ALSO NEED TO BE REPLACED.
TSBSC1352017-02-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ENGINE. TSB: VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: EVAPORATIVE CANISTER INSPECTION AND/OR REPLACEMENT (SC135) - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION TO INSPECT AND/OR REPLACE THE EVAPORATIVE CANISTER ASSEMBLY ON SOME OPTIMA (TF) VEHICLES, PRODUCED FROM SEPTEMBER 2, 2010 THROUGH NOVEMBER 29, 2014, SOME OPTIMA HYBRID (TF HEV) VEHICLES, PRODUCED FROM FEBRUARY 15, 2011 THROUGH NOVEMBER 29, 2014, SOME RONDO (UN) VEHICLES, PRODUCED FROM APRIL 1, 2009 THROUGH JULY 30, 2010, AND SOME SEDONA (VQ) VEHICLES, PRODUCED FROM APRIL 1, 2009 THROUGH JUNE 17, 2014. THE SUBJECT VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN ONE OF TWENTY-EIGHT (28) SALT BELT STATES MAY EXPERIENCE A LEAK DETECTION WARNING OF THE EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEMS, ALONG WITH DTC(S) P0442 OR P0455. FOR VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN ONE OF THE TWENTY-EIGHT (28) SALT BELT STATES, (AK, CT, DC, DE, IA, IL, IN, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, NH, NJ, NY, OH, PA, RI, VT, WI, WV, KS, KY, NE, ND, SD AND UT), THE EVAPORATIVE CANISTER WILL BE INSPECTED, AND IF NO LEAK IS FOUND, THE MOUNTING BRACKET WILL BE REPLACED WITH A NEW IMPROVED PART. IF A CRACK IN THE EVAPORATIVE CANISTER IS FOUND, THE CANISTER WILL BE REPLACED WITH A NEW IMPROVED PART. BEFORE CONDUCTING THE PROCEDURE, VERIFY THE VEHICLE IS INCLUDED IN THE LIST OF AFFECTED VINS. FOR VEHICLES IN OTHER STATES, KIA IS EXTENDING THE WARRANTY ON THE EVAPORATIVE CANISTER FROM 5 YEARS/60,000 MILES TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST STARTING FROM THE DATE OF FIRST SERVICE. FOLLOW THE PROCEDURES OUTLINED IN THIS BULLETIN TO RESOLVE THE CONCERN.

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