Chrysler Pacifica vs Kia Sedona
For 2005–2021 models, the Kia Sedona has 34.8 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 78.2 for the Chrysler Pacifica. Below: what each one’s owners report most, when it shows up, and what it costs to fix.
Both rates cover the same model years (2005–2021), counting each complaint once and dividing by US sales, so the more popular vehicle isn’t penalized for being popular. Years too new to judge are left out. How this is calculated.
Chrysler Pacifica
78.2 complaints per 10,000 sold
2.2× the Kia Sedona’s rate
- Complaints
- 5,617
- Sold
- 718,477
- Recall campaigns
- 30
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 3
Most complaints: 2008 and 2017. Fewest: 2007 and 2019–2021. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Subframe, cradle and frame corrosion
Typically around 115,000 mi
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 24,500 mi
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Stalling and no-start
Typically around 49,000 mi
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Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting
Typically around 29,000 mi
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Head gasket and cylinder head
Typically around 69,000 mi · repair $1,620–$3,010
Kia Sedona
34.8 complaints per 10,000 sold
55% fewer than the Chrysler Pacifica
- Complaints
- 915
- Sold
- 262,664
- Recall campaigns
- 11
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 0
Most complaints: 2008 and 2017. Fewest: 2005 and 2021. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Doors, windows, latches, seats and trim
Typically around 66,400 mi
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Wiring harness, grounds and connectors
Typically around 90,000 mi
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 86,000 mi
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 85,000 mi
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Stalling and no-start
Typically around 46,000 mi
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Chrysler Pacifica or the Kia Sedona?
For 2005–2021 models, the Kia Sedona has 34.8 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Chrysler Pacifica has 78.2, counting the same model years for both.
What is the most common problem on the Chrysler Pacifica?
The most-reported problem on the Chrysler Pacifica is subframe, cradle and frame corrosion, typically around 115,000 miles.
What is the most common problem on the Kia Sedona?
The most-reported problem on the Kia Sedona is doors, windows, latches, seats and trim, typically around 66,400 miles.
Which Chrysler Pacifica and Kia Sedona years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Chrysler Pacifica: 2008 and 2017; Kia Sedona: 2008 and 2017.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, recalls and investigations; US sales from public industry figures; repair costs from book labor hours and parts pricing at national rates. Complaints are self-reported and not independently verified. Problem lists cover each vehicle’s full history. This is not a recommendation to buy or avoid either vehicle.