2018 Chrysler Pacifica vs 2018 Kia Sedona
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2018 Chrysler Pacifica | 2018 Kia Sedona |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 869 | 48 |
| Recall campaigns | 12 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 470 | 55 |
| Investigations | 4 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 27 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 14 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–32 | 20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 15,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chrysler Pacifica | Kia Sedona |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 373 | 21 |
| Electrical System | 287 | 11 |
| Steering | 174 | 1 |
| Power Train | 155 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 47 | 2 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 37 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 35 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 31 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 138 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 117 | 0 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 81 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 58 | 0 |
| Overheating | 55 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 28 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 22 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 19 | 0 |
2018 Chrysler Pacifica
2018 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.