2018 Kia Sedona vs 2018 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 | 2018 Kia Sedona | 2018 Toyota Sienna |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 48 | 69 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 55 | 300 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20 | 20–22 |
| Median reported mileage | — | 30,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Kia Sedona | Toyota Sienna |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 21 | 5 |
| Power Train | 2 | 18 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 6 |
| Air Bags | 6 | 5 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 9 |
| Structure | 3 | 5 |
| Seats | 2 | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 7 |
| Stalling | 0 | 5 |
2018 Kia Sedona
2018 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.