2004 Kia Sedona vs 2004 Nissan Quest
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2004 Kia Sedona | 2004 Nissan Quest |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 175 | 445 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 18 | 115 |
| Investigations | 3 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 13 | 10 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16 | 18–19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 49,000 mi | 53,107 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Kia Sedona | Nissan Quest |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 18 | 77 |
| Power Train | 7 | 72 |
| Structure | 5 | 70 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 24 | 48 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 28 | 37 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 0 | 61 |
| Air Bags | 9 | 42 |
| Wheels | 32 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 15 | 31 |
| Vibration / shaking | 12 | 27 |
| Check engine light | 8 | 12 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 6 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 41 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 26 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 11 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 8 |
2004 Kia Sedona
2004 Nissan Quest
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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.