Does the 2002 Kia Sedona have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2002 Kia Sedona, the most recent reported on January 19, 2005 (Vehicle speed control: cables). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Kia Sedona?

Owners have filed 198 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (50 complaints), followed by seat belts (28).

How many 2002 Kia Sedona complaints mention a crash or fire?

17 of 198 complaints report a crash and 13 a fire; 20 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2002 Kia Sedona recalls and problems

3 recalls and 198 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2002 Kia Sedona.

recalls

198

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2002 Kia Sedona recalls

Vehicle speed control: cables

NHTSA campaign 05V013000 · reported January 19, 2005 · KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. · 89,238 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain mini vans, during assembly, the throttle cable would twist itself out of position.
The risk: This can permit the cable to be hung up, which could result in a crash.
The fix: 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

NHTSA campaign 03V135000 · reported April 3, 2003 · KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. · 4,276 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: This could result in injuries to occupants of these seats.
The fix: 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

NHTSA campaign 03V017000 · reported January 22, 2003 · KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. · 21,248 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: In the event of a vehicle crash, the occupant may not be properly restrained.
The fix: 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.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Electrical system50
Seat belts28
Engine and engine cooling27
Service brakes, hydraulic26
Visibility21
Air bags19
Vehicle speed control18
Power train17
Structure14
Seats13

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Aug 21, 2017 · Structure
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…

Mar 17, 2017 · Structure
DRIVER DOOR WILL NOT OPEN FROM THE INSIDE OR OUTSIDE.

Dec 4, 2016 · Fuel/propulsion system · 150,000 miles
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.

May 3, 2016 · Electrical system · 1,800,000 miles · fire reported
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.

Sep 16, 2015 · Tires
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.

Sedona model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2002	3	198	17	13
2003	4	163	13	21
2004	2	176	10	14
2005	2	185	20	9

Across all years, the 2006 Sedona has the most complaints (385). All Kia Sedona years →

Questions

Does the 2002 Kia Sedona have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2002 Kia Sedona, the most recent reported on January 19, 2005 (Vehicle speed control: cables). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Kia Sedona?: Owners have filed 198 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (50 complaints), followed by seat belts (28).
How many 2002 Kia Sedona complaints mention a crash or fire?: 17 of 198 complaints report a crash and 13 a fire; 20 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received August 21, 2017.