2003 Kia Sedona Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 5%of 163 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 40,295miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the fuel system of the 2003 Kia Sedona, 5% of the 163 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 40,295 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I bought a 2003 Sedona used in 2007 with about 50000 miles and have nothing but problems ever since. 1st in 7/08 I went to a local shop (not Kia) because my engine seemed very loud. The mechanic told me I needed new motor mounts n that it was kind of unusual for a car to need them so soon. I did call Kia n ask them about this and was basically told to bad for you. So I had them fixed ($556.36). Not even a few weeks later my AC was blowing hot. Same mechanic told me my AC was out n that one of the hoses needed replaced. Had to wait a few years but had it replaced ($1050.72). …”
NHTSA complaint #10533434, filed 2013-08, 64,825 miles“I've had many problems with my 2003 Kia Sedona. The emergency brake has never been right. The brakes were replaced at 13k miles, again at 24k miles (front & back) and I'm sure they need to be replaced again at 40k miles. At 22k miles I took the van to the shop for brakes only to be told that both wheel bearings, the left strut (they refused to replace both struts since it was warranty but if I was paying for the repairs they would recomend replacing in pairs) and the power steering pump was going out (which the manager said he was doing me a favor by telling me about). …”
NHTSA complaint #10091216, filed 2004-09, 40,295 miles“Excessive fuel consumption. 10.8 mpg. Kia performed a test with a scan tool and said the readings were within specifications. That was back in march. Since then my fuel efficiency increased to 11.7 mpg. I'll be taking it back soon for another test. I've encountered several people on the road with the same complaint, but apparently they have not filed a complaint yet. Can anyone investigate this issue and call me back. It appears that the money I saved by purchasing this vehicle, in comparison to other minivans with similar features, I'll be throwing away in gas. Thank you sincerely.”
NHTSA complaint #10074453, filed 2004-05, 500 miles“My Sedona keeps catching on fire not sure why but now if I get it up to temperature it automatically catches on fire I'm going into my second fire extinguishe”
NHTSA complaint #11496863, filed 2022-12“The contact stated the gas storage tank rusted out causing the fuel filter to clog. The service dealer determined the vehicle needed a new storage tank and filter to correct the issue. Updated 02/06/07.”
NHTSA complaint #10174815, filed 2006-11, 50,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10021446Apr 1, 2007Throttle position sensor w/ 3.5l engines.
- 10016851Dec 1, 2004Enhanced diagnosis and repair for p0446/p2422.
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 2 | 10% |
| 2019 | 3 | 8% |
| 2018 | 2 | 4% |
| 2017 | 3 | 2% |
| 2016 | 10 | 3% |
| 2015 | 3 | 2% |
| 2014 | 1 | 3% |
| 2012 | 11 | 10% |
| 2011 | 13 | 20% |
| 2010 | 3 | 9% |
| 2009 | 1 | 2% |
| 2008 | 7 | 4% |
| 2007 | 5 | 3% |
| 2006 | 11 | 3% |
| 2005 | 6 | 3% |
| 2004 | 5 | 3% |
| 2003 | 8 | 5% |
| 2002 | 8 | 4% |
Other parts of the 2003 Kia Sedona
29 complaintsBrakes
26 complaintsAir bags
25 complaintsEngine cooling
20 complaintsVehicle speed control
13 complaintsSeat belts
12 complaintsSuspension
11 complaintsSeats
9 complaintsTires
9 complaintsWheels
7 complaintsEquipment
6 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
6 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2003 Kia Sedona
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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