CarRecallWatchThe 2002 Kia Sedona has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 198 complaints with NHTSA, including 17 crashes, 13 fires, 20 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (59 reports).
2002 Kia Sedona recalls
Most common 2002 Kia Sedona problems
Problem areas named in the 198 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 59 |
| Seat Belts | 29 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 27 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 27 |
| Visibility | 22 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 19 |
| Air Bags | 19 |
| Power Train | 17 |
| Suspension | 16 |
| Structure | 14 |
What owners report
THE DOOR HANDLES ARE PLASTIC AND EVENTUALLY BROKE OFF ON THE OUTSIDE SO THAT OPENING THE DOORS -ALL 4- IS TRICKY SINCE ONLY ONE SIDE OF THE HANDLE REMAINS IN PLACE. THE INSIDE DOOR HANDLES HAVE A PLASTIC CHROME-LOOKING COATING THAT PEELS OFF AND HAS CUT OUR HANDS SEVERAL TIMES CAUSING US TO NEED BANDAGES AS SOON AS WE RUN IN THE FRONT DOOR.
DRIVER DOOR WILL NOT OPEN FROM THE INSIDE OR OUTSIDE.
IT IS NEARLY IMPOSSIBLE TO PUMP GAS INTO THE VAN. THE PUMP KEEPS SHUTTING OFF NO MATTER HOW SLOW I PUMP OR HOW FAR I PUT THE NOZZLE INTO THE TANK.
I WAS DRIVING NO LESS THEN THAN BLOCK FROM MY HOUSE - WHEN I NOTICE SMOKE FROM THE DRIVER SIDE FUSE PANEL AND NEXT THING YOU KNOW THE WHOLE PANEL BECAME ENGULF IN FLAMES. I CALLED THE FIRE DEPARTMENT AND ABLE TO PUT FIRE OUT- BUT UNFORTUNATELY, THE CAR BECOME TOTAL IN THE DAMAGE.
DROVE HOME FROM WORK AT 35 MPH. THE NEXT MORNING NOTICED TIRE TREAD HAD SEPARATED FROM THE SIDEWALL AROUND MUCH OF THE PERIMETER OF THE TIRE. TIRE WAS FLAT.
2002 Kia Sedona questions
Does the 2002 Kia Sedona have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2002 Kia Sedona: Vehicle Speed Control:Cables; Seats:Mid/Rear Assembly; Seat Belts:Rear/Other. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Kia Sedona?
Based on 198 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (59), Seat Belts (29), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (27).
How do I check if a recall on my 2002 Kia Sedona has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.