2002 Kia Sedona
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Electrical
Electrical leads by volume: 63 of 248 complaints (25%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Driver Assistance & Speed Control include more deaths (1) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2002 | 2003 | 2004 | vs. 2002 Minivan - 2WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,900 | 3,900 | 3,900 | |
| Combined MPG | 16 | 16 | 16 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 14 / 18 | 14 / 18 | 14 / 21 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 555 | 555 | 555 | |
| Complaints filed | 248 | 197 | 212 | |
| Recalls issued | 4 | 5 | 3 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 19 | 15 | 12 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 21 | 28 | 16 | |
| Injuries reported | 24 | 29 | 29 | |
| Deaths reported | 1 | 0 | 2 | |
| Configurations compared | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2002 Kia Sedona have?
4 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2002 Kia Sedona?
Electrical: 63 of 248 NHTSA complaints (25%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2002 Kia Sedona get?
EPA rates it 16 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2002 Kia Sedona?
EPA estimates $3,900 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (1)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 5-spd | 6 | 3.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Minivan - 2WD | 14 mpg | 18 mpg | 16 mpg | $3,900 | 555 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 37 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 12 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 63 | 0 | 18 | 1 | 0 |
| Brakes | 35 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 13 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 50 | 11 | 1 | 13 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 19 | 5 | 1 | 8 | 1 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 50 | 2 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 27 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 13 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (4)
SEATS · Campaign 05V463000 · Oct 6, 2005
Defect: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH POWER SEATS, THE WIRING UNDER THE FRONT SEATS COULD BE MISROUTED, ALLOWING CONTACT WITH METAL SEAT COMPONENTS.
Consequence: THIS CONTACT COULD EVENTUALLY RESULT IN A SHORT CIRCUIT CONDITION THAT MAY RESULT IN A FIRE IN THE JUNCTION BOX AREA OF THE VEHICLE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND RE-ROUTE THE WIRES UNDER THE POWER SEATS, IF NECESSARY, AS WELL AS INSTALL PROTECTIVE SEAMING WELTS AROUND THOSE WIRES TO BETTER INSULATE THEM. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 28, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES · Campaign 05V013000 · Jan 26, 2005
Defect: ON CERTAIN MINI VANS, DURING ASSEMBLY, THE THROTTLE CABLE WOULD TWIST ITSELF OUT OF POSITION.
Consequence: THIS CAN PERMIT THE CABLE TO BE HUNG UP, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE THROTTLE CABLE FREE OF CHARGE. VEHICLES PRODUCED FROM MARCH 20, 2001 THROUGH NOVEMBER 7, 2001 WILL HAVE A GUIDE CLIP INSTALLED ON THE THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY IN ORDER TO ENSURE THAT THE TENSION FORCE CABLE DOES NOT MOVE OUT OF POSITION. VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BEGINNING ON NOVEMBER 8, 2001, ALREADY HAVE THE EXTENDED GUIDE, WHICH ACCOMPLISHES THE SAME OBJECTIVE. THE RECALL BEGAN MARCH 21, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542.
SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY · Campaign 03V135000 · Apr 22, 2003
Defect: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, SOME OF THE SECOND AND THIRD ROW SEAT STRIKERS INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLE FLOOR PAN HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY HEAT TREATED AND COULD BREAK IN A CRASH.
Consequence: THIS COULD RESULT IN INJURIES TO OCCUPANTS OF THESE SEATS.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SEAT STRIKERS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 25, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER · Campaign 03V017000 · Feb 5, 2003
Defect: CERTAIN MINI VANS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 209, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES." THE SECOND AND THIRD SEAT BELT BUCKLE ANCHOR BOLTS DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE STANDARDS.
Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE ANCHOR BOLTS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN FEBRUARY 24, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542.