2004 Kia Sedona vs 2005 Kia Sedona
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 Sedona | 2005 Kia Sedona |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 175 | 185 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 18 | 22 |
| Investigations | 3 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 20 |
| Fire reports | 13 | 9 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16 | 17 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 49,000 mi | 28,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Kia Sedona | Kia Sedona |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 28 | 72 |
| Wheels | 32 | 13 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 24 | 16 |
| Electrical System | 18 | 22 |
| Steering | 22 | 14 |
| Suspension | 17 | 14 |
| Air Bags | 9 | 16 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 12 | 11 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 15 | 15 |
| Vibration / shaking | 12 | 27 |
| Check engine light | 8 | 0 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 6 | 0 |
| Overheating | 0 | 9 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 7 |
2004 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.