2004 Kia Amanti vs 2005 Kia Amanti
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 | 2004 Kia Amanti | 2005 Kia Amanti |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 73 | 83 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 19 | 18 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 18 |
| Median reported mileage | 45,000 mi | 52,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Kia Amanti | Kia Amanti |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 12 | 29 |
| Air Bags | 11 | 16 |
| Engine | 11 | 10 |
| Power Train | 9 | 12 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 8 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 9 | 6 |
| Suspension | 9 | 6 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 7 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 8 | 5 |
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 17 |
| Airbag warning light | 7 | 13 |
| Stalling | 5 | 12 |
2004 Kia Amanti
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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.