I own a 2016 Kia Sedona, purchased used 15 months ago. Last year it began having issues, such as when I pull out into traffic, it will suddenly come to a halt, although the motor is still running. After a few seconds it will go again. The second issue is that when I am driving, at random times the lights on the dash will start to flash, such as the flat tire warning light, the screen will shut off, and the turn signals will stop functioning. Last night this happening to me as I was driving home, and the headlights shut off as well. They came back on shortly after, and fortunately I was only a block from home.
Last month I had a new battery installed, and had hoped that would fix the issue, but now these things are happening to me daily. Any ideas what to check next? Thanks
Any ideas what to check next?
Seems there are several possibilities with your Kia. NTSHA complaints; https://www.carcomplaints.com/Kia/Sedona/2016/electrical/
Looking under the Technical Service Bulletin tab (TSBS, upper right on that page) shows 4 are electrical. Don't know whether these are serious issues or 'my radio doesn't work', might be worth a look.
You could have the alternator load-tested. Computer modules can become unstable with low voltage or too much ripple from the alternator.
it will suddenly come to a halt, although the motor is still running
can you elaborate on what you mean by "halt"?
Are you pushing the accelerator? Is it rolling or does it feel like the brakes are applied?
