2003 Kia Sedona vs 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2003 Kia Sedona | 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 163 | 36 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 21 | 445 |
| Investigations | 4 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 21 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16 | 18–20 |
| Median reported mileage | 50,000 mi | 51,977 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Kia Sedona | Oldsmobile Silhouette |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 29 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 25 | 5 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 20 | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 17 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 13 | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 12 | 2 |
| Suspension | 11 | 2 |
| Wheels | 7 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 10 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 8 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 7 | 0 |
| Stalling | 6 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 0 |
2003 Kia Sedona
2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette
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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.