KIA Sedona EX Problems by Year
NHTSA has 121 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the KIA Sedona EX, across 3 model years (2002–2004). The 2002 model year has the most complaints (50). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
KIA Sedona EX years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Sedona EX model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2002 Sedona EX: 50 complaints, 1 recall
- 2004 Sedona EX: 37 complaints, 1 recall
- 2003 Sedona EX: 34 complaints, 1 recall
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common KIA Sedona EX problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 26 | 3 | 0 |
| Steering | 20 | 3 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 16 | 3 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 13 | 3 | 1 |
| Seats | 12 | 3 | 0 |
| Structure | 11 | 3 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 10 | 3 | 4 |
| Power Train | 10 | 3 | 1 |
| Suspension | 8 | 3 | 0 |
| Wheels | 7 | 2 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Tires | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Equipment | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Parking Brake | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All KIA Sedona EX model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 Sedona EX | 37 | 1 | — | Steering | |
| 2003 Sedona EX | 34 | 1 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2002 Sedona EX | 50 | 1 | — | Electrical System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which KIA Sedona EX years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2002 (50), 2004 (37), 2003 (34). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the KIA Sedona EX?
Electrical System, with 26 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the KIA Sedona EX have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.