2008 Kia Sedona vs 2008 Toyota Sienna
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 Kia Sedona | 2008 Toyota Sienna |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 170 | 428 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 9 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 34 | 247 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 37 |
| Fire reports | 10 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 18–19 |
| Median reported mileage | 53,500 mi | 79,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Kia Sedona | Toyota Sienna |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 25 | 117 |
| Electrical System | 45 | 45 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 38 | 51 |
| Engine | 6 | 39 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 15 | 29 |
| Power Train | 4 | 38 |
| Service Brakes | 12 | 28 |
| Steering | 4 | 33 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 20 | 11 |
| Stalling | 9 | 15 |
| Loss of power | 8 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 7 | 16 |
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 15 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 7 |
2008 Kia Sedona
2008 Toyota Sienna
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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.