2008 Chevrolet Uplander vs 2008 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 | 2008 Chevrolet Uplander | 2008 Kia Sedona |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 118 | 170 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 862 | 34 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 10 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19 | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 69,280 mi | 53,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Uplander | Kia Sedona |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 28 | 45 |
| Structure | 19 | 25 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 38 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 20 | 15 |
| Service Brakes | 13 | 12 |
| Suspension | 10 | 15 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 8 | 11 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 15 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 9 |
| Electrical failures | 5 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 20 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 8 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 7 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 6 |
2008 Chevrolet Uplander
2008 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.