2008 Kia Sedona vs 2009 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 | 2008 Kia Sedona | 2009 Kia Sedona |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 170 | 47 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 34 | 41 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 10 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 53,500 mi | 46,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Kia Sedona | Kia Sedona |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 45 | 8 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 38 | 7 |
| Structure | 25 | 2 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 15 | 7 |
| Exterior Lighting | 15 | 7 |
| Service Brakes | 12 | 8 |
| Suspension | 15 | 4 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 11 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 20 | 0 |
| Stalling | 9 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 8 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 7 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 0 |
2008 Kia Sedona
2009 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.