2002 Kia Sedona power train problems
17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 2002 Kia Sedona — 9% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Engine vibrations in speed 35 mph to 50 mph in 5 to 10 degree uphill everyday. When its vibrate engine,pump more gas gradually or off gas pedal will stops vibration. *tr”
filed Feb 4, 2010
“2002 kia sedona with steering failure. Consumer states that mechanic told her that a bolt fell out and could not be replaced unless the entire steering shaft was replaced. Consumer states that wasn't the first time the steering has had problems. *kb the consumer stated during the first year of…”
filed Feb 27, 2008
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
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TSBTRA046 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Dec 6, 2013
Power Train problems in other Sedona years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Sedona | 2 | 10% |
| 2019 Sedona | 4 | 11% |
| 2018 Sedona | 2 | 4% |
| 2017 Sedona | 4 | 3% |
| 2016 Sedona | 13 | 4% |
| 2015 Sedona | 4 | 3% |
| 2014 Sedona | 2 | 5% |
| 2012 Sedona | 7 | 7% |
| 2011 Sedona | 3 | 5% |
| 2010 Sedona | 3 | 9% |
| 2009 Sedona | 2 | 4% |
| 2008 Sedona | 4 | 2% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2002 Kia Sedona
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.