2003 Kia Sedona Ex: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2003 Kia Sedona Ex: 1 recall, 34 owner complaints.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Seats Vehicle recall #05V463000 · 2005 · 74,276 vehicles
What's wrong: On certain passenger vehicles equipped with power seats, the wiring under the front seats could be misrouted, allowing contact with metal seat components.
Why it matters: This contact could eventually result in a short circuit condition that May result in a fire in the junction box area of the vehicle.
The fix: 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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 7 mention a fire, 5 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (9): the most common themes are electrical failure (6), fire / smoke (4), noise or vibration (2).
- Engine & cooling (7): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (4), noise or vibration (2).
- Transmission & drivetrain (5): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (3).
- Steering (5): the most common themes are steering problems (5).
The 2003 Kia Sedona Ex has 34 owner complaints, ranking #3 of 3 Sedona Ex model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 40). Complaints peaked in 2006 (9 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 60,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2002 (50 complaints, 1 recalls), 2004 (37 complaints, 1 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2003 Kia Sedona Ex have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2003 Kia Sedona Ex. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2003 Kia Sedona Ex problems?
Owners have filed 34 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (9), engine & cooling (7), transmission & drivetrain (5).
Where can I get a 2003 Kia Sedona Ex repair manual?
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