2003 Kia Sedona vs 2003 Pontiac Montana
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 | 2003 Kia Sedona | 2003 Pontiac Montana |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 163 | 84 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 21 | 455 |
| Investigations | 4 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 21 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16 | 18–20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 50,000 mi | 50,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Kia Sedona | Pontiac Montana |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 29 | 15 |
| Air Bags | 25 | 12 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 20 | 10 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 17 | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 | 13 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 14 |
| Seat Belts | 12 | 3 |
| Suspension | 11 | 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 Pontiac Montana
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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.