Front Suspension Control Arm problems of the 2006 Kia Motor Sedona - part 2

The lower control arm in my vehicle broke while I was driving in a parking lot. I got the vehicle to coughlin kia in newark ohio. They are trying to charge me for an alignment, a stablizier, and a tire. The control arm that broke is a recall, and all the things that they are charging me for need replaced because of the control arm breaking. I believe that if the part that broke caused the other damage to the three parts stated above, it should be included in the replacement of the recall. I was told, by a coughlin kia associate that the reason that I am being charged is because there was no preventative maintance to my vehicle by a kia dealership. It has only been months since I have purchased this vehicle from finks, in s. Zanesville, ohio. I would appreciate any help in solving this matter. Thank you for your time.

The contact owns a 2006 kia Sedona. The contact stated that while driving 25 mph, the vehicle made a loud noise and the front end of the vehicle dropped down to the ground. The contact stated that after inspecting the vehicle he noticed that the front tires split in two different directions and the control arms were fractured due to corrosion. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.

Tl-the contact owns a 2006 kia Sedona. The contact stated that while driving 55 mph attempting to engage the brakes, the steering stop working which prevented her from controlling the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the contact residence, where it was found that the driver side control arm had fractured due to corrosion. The contact mentioned that an independent mechanic inspected and diagnosed that all four control arms were corroded and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, who advised that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 13v550000 (suspension). The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 115,000. Pm.

In March 2014 we received a recall notice kia recall #sc100. This was concerning the lower front control arms being subject to rust and failure for northern vehicles. The vehicle was taken to paramount kia, hickory nc. According to kia the control arms were inspected and found to be in satisfactory condition. Approximately two months later the front passenger side control arm broke in two. I had the vehicle towed the a local garage and the arm was changed out with a used like new control arm. On Friday August 14th 2015 the drivers side control arm broke into. I called kia and was told that because it was inspected in March 2014 and nothing was done then that there was noting that could be done now. Needing the vehicle for transportation elected to have it towed to the garage that fixed it the last time to get it fixed again. Kia is aware of the problem with these control arms however has elected not to do anything with the ones on my vehicle. I do feel that I should be reimbursed for the cost of having the vehicle towed twice and the cost of parts and labor to have the arms replaced. I complaint has been filed with kia also.

While slowing to make a left hand turn on a residential street applied brakes and heard load noise (like tire blowing) followed by sudden lock up of front wheel. Upon inspection the left lower front control arm had blown out do to metal corrosion. Once removed the inside of the hollow arm was full of rust flakes.

Was driving normally and suddenly left front wheel started skidding as it felt like it was turned in a direction that opposed the other front tire direction. Vehicle quickly became unstearable. Left lower control arm was found to be totally rust weakened with large rust holes and cracks. . . . . And after part was removed by a mechanic, I could easily bend the whole control arm in half with very little effort. If this sudden failure had occurred moments earlier with my kids on the way to school and on the highway. . . . This could have been a much worse result. As a result, I also had to replace both front tires, certain parts connecting to this control arm and had to have the vehicle realigned. The opposite control arm on the right side seems to look 'normal' with no apparent rust weakening. It seems as though the intact side has a type of coating that is intact and the failed side is missing much/most of the coating.

As my wife was making a right-hand turn into a parking lot at approximately 5-10 mph, the van lurched left and shook violently. After checking for flat tires and finding none, she attempted to continue driving but the steering wheel was shaking to much to drive any further. After having the van towed to the service center and checked out, we were told that the left front control arm had rusted through and failed. I cringe at the thought of what could have happened at highway speed, as we were supposed to has been on the interstate at that time, but changed our plans at the last minute. This van had its annual nh state safety inspection at the beginning of August and was given a clean bill of health. The shop that did the inspection and the shop that is doing the repair both told us that unless they actually see a crack, there is no way for them to tell if the part is compromised or not. As someone who has been working with metal for 30 years, I find this hard to believe. Lastly, I have noted six complaints reported here for the same problem in just the last seven months. It is my opinion that it is time for a thorough investigation and recall before there is a serious or (heaven forbid) fatal accident resulting from a control arm failure.

Pulling out of a parking lot, a loud bang/thud noise was heard followed by car nose diving to left and stopped. Repair shop indicated the lower left control arm had 'snapped in half' due to being fully rotted via rust. This event also pulled out the left drive shaft. Further inspection indicated right lower control arm was in same condition (rusted through) and needed to be replaced for safety reasons. This is a major safety issue as this event happening at highway speeds may likely result in a roll over!.

During routine oil change at a local shop, major cracks were found in right front lower control arm. Went immediatley to kia dealer for further inspection and was told that cracks were so bad and remaining metal so thin "avoid driving, any potholes or bumps". No kia warranty at all, took 5 days for parts and $500. 00 for repair. Note: vehicle had a front end alignment at a kia dealer ship 5 months previous and there were no defects listed. There were no warning signs that this failure was occurring and should be considered for immediate recall to avoid failure at highway speeds. All parts in question have been retained for review.

Date 7/24/20013 total failure of lower control arm, front wheel left side. Mileage: 76,450 part #54500-4d101 purchased new February 19, 2007 car garaged since new, dry semi-heated attached to house. Failure: due to extensive corrosion through out. Possibly because of a sub-standard anti-corrosion manufacturing process. The right side lower control arm shows standard ware and little rust for the same time in service. Massachusetts state annual safety inspection: dated 7-12-2013 did not find the defect, but the vehicle failed due to cracks in tail light lens even thou a frame and suspension check is part of the inspection? this is very much a high end safety concern. At highway speeds roll-overs can and do cause death. Pictures are availible: showing left and right control arms. My search of 2006 kia Sedona's found three failures this makes four. No deaths yet, thats a good thing! thankyou and please feel free to contact me.

The driver side control arm broke in half as the vehicle was slowing to a stop (10-20 mph) at a traffic light. Vehicle could not be driven after the incident. After inspection, it was determined that the control arm had rusted through and failed. All remaining control arms were inspected. It was found that the passenger side front control arm was also in need of repair before an eventual failure would occur.

I notice noise and a shake in the steering wheel like I had a flat tire. I pulled over checked for a flat tire or loose wheel. Tires and wheels checked ok. As I continued the noise became worse and the car started weaving side to side and I started hearing a rubbing noise when I stopped. Pulled into the dealership for evaluation. The manager notice the left front wheel go back against the wheel well. Checked under the car and notice the left lower control arm broke in half. The control arm had rusted to the point that it just fell apart. Working for general motors for 37 years has a problem solver and quality engineer I have never seem a control arm rust and break. I do believe as time goes on there will be many more failures and fatalities. This problem needs to be address before we get to the point of people dyeing. Kia is aware of this problem hopefully I will here some corrective action on this problem soon. I have the old parts.

The contact owns a 2006 kia Sedona. The contact stated that while driving 20 mph, she heard a loud noise. The contact mentioned that the tire had pushed into the fender. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. An insurance adjuster inspected the vehicle and stated that the control arm was corroded and caused the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 105, 000.