2002 Chevrolet Venture vs 2002 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 | 2002 Chevrolet Venture | 2002 Kia Sedona |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 220 | 198 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 439 | 22 |
| Investigations | 1 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 12 | 17 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 13 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–20 | 16 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 50,135 mi | 50,380 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Venture | Kia Sedona |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 20 | 50 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 42 | 27 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 27 | 26 |
| Air Bags | 20 | 19 |
| Seat Belts | 10 | 28 |
| Structure | 19 | 14 |
| Visibility | 10 | 21 |
| Power Train | 11 | 17 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 12 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 11 | 0 |
| Stalling | 9 | 22 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 9 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 13 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 11 |
| Battery drain | 0 | 6 |
2002 Chevrolet Venture
2002 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.