2002 Kia Sedona vs 2003 Kia Sedona
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2002 Kia Sedona | 2003 Kia Sedona |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 198 | 163 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 22 | 21 |
| Investigations | 3 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 17 | 13 |
| Fire reports | 13 | 21 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16 | 16 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 50,380 mi | 50,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Kia Sedona | Kia Sedona |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 50 | 29 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 27 | 20 |
| Air Bags | 19 | 25 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 26 | 17 |
| Seat Belts | 28 | 12 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 18 | 13 |
| Visibility | 21 | 5 |
| Seats | 13 | 9 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 22 | 6 |
| Vibration / shaking | 13 | 8 |
| Airbag warning light | 11 | 10 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 5 |
| Battery drain | 6 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 7 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 6 |
2002 Kia Sedona
2003 Kia Sedona
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.