2002 Kia Sedona vs 2004 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 Kia Sedona | 2004 Kia Sedona |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 198 | 175 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 22 | 18 |
| Investigations | 3 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 17 | 10 |
| Fire reports | 13 | 13 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16 | 16 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 50,380 mi | 49,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Kia Sedona | Kia Sedona |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 50 | 18 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 26 | 28 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 27 | 24 |
| Wheels | 2 | 32 |
| Steering | 9 | 22 |
| Seat Belts | 28 | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 18 | 12 |
| Air Bags | 19 | 9 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 22 | 15 |
| Vibration / shaking | 13 | 12 |
| Airbag warning light | 11 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 8 |
| Battery drain | 6 | 0 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 0 | 6 |
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.