2003 Chevrolet Venture vs 2003 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 | 2003 Chevrolet Venture | 2003 Kia Sedona |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 185 | 163 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 469 | 21 |
| Investigations | 1 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 19 | 13 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 21 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–20 | 16 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 65,000 mi | 50,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Venture | Kia Sedona |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 17 | 29 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 23 | 20 |
| Air Bags | 17 | 25 |
| Exterior Lighting | 30 | 2 |
| Structure | 27 | 4 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 11 | 17 |
| Seat Belts | 10 | 12 |
| Power Train | 16 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 8 | 6 |
| Overheating | 6 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 6 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 10 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 8 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 7 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 5 |
2003 Chevrolet Venture
2003 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.