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2004 Kia Sedona

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2004 Sedona.

Body VANTransmission Automatic 5-spd

The 2004 Kia Sedona is a van featuring a 5-speed automatic transmission and an engine requiring 4.5 quarts of oil, with compatible viscosities such as 10W-30 API. This model delivers an EPA-rated fuel economy of 14 city, 21 highway, and 16 combined mpg. Regarding reliability, the 2004 year saw 212 total owner complaints—most frequently involving the wheels—and three recalls. This positions the model within a broader 2002-2021 history that ranged from a high of 385 complaints in 2006 to a low of 8 in 2021.

Model year2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2004

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity4.5 qtOEM · verified

Engine oil type20W-40 / 20W-50 / 10W-30 APIOEM · verified

Lug nut torque80-101 ft-lbsOEM · verified

EPA fuel economy14/21/16 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 24F · 500 CCA battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 24F · 500 CCAOEM · verified

Tail / brake / turnLAMPOEM · verified

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

Transmission

Automatic 5-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length	194.1 in
Overall width	74.8 in
Overall height	68.1 in
Wheelbase	114.6 in
Curb weight	4709 lb
Track (front / rear)	63.4 / 63 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)	58/42

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined	14 / 21 / 16 mpg
Drivetrain	Front-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuel	Regular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Sedona of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

9.6–9.8 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 9.60 sec — 2002 EX

Year	Trim / engine	0–60	¼ mile	HP	Drivetrain
2002	EX 3.5L V6	9.60 sec	17.40 sec	195 hp	FWD
2002	EX 3.5L V6	9.80 sec	17.40 sec	195 hp	FWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 4.5 qt of 20W-40 / 20W-50 / 10W-30 API engine oil. Torque lug nuts to 80-101 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 26.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-2-3-4-5-6.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission Fluid	ATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity	8.2
Automatic Transmission Fluid	ATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity	11.5
Engine Coolant	ETHYLENE GLYCOL
Engine Oil	ABOVE 32 degrees F
Engine Oil Capacity	4.5 qt

Engine torques

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts	130-138 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts	53-56 ft-lbs
Main Bearings	51-58 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug	26.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs	9-12 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts	80-101 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub	188 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub	188 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order	1-2-3-4-5-6
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)	700 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)	100 rpm
Spark Plug Gap	0.039-0.0.043 in
Spark Plug Torque	15.0-21.0 ft-lbs
Ignition Timing	10, Not adjustable degrees
Ignition Timing Acceptable Variance	2 degrees

Battery & A/C

Refrigerant	R134a
Refrigerant Capacity	2.25-2.36 lbs
Oil Group	PAG
Oil Type	46
Oil Capacity	6.75-7.43 oz
Standard BCI Group Number	24F
Standard BCI Cranking Performance	500 cca

Service checks

Regulated Fuel System Pressure (Without Vacuum)	39.0 psi
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)	46.0-50.0 psi
Engine Compression	164-185 PSI. 14 Maximum variation PSI.
Engine Oil Pressure	11.6 psi
Engine Oil Pressure RPM	Idle rpm

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket	18-26 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle	65-79 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad Thickness	0.080 in
Minimum Shoe Thickness	0.040 in
Rotor Runout Limit	0.002 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From	1.102 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To	1.102 in
Rotor Discard at or Under	1.024 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages

26 ft. lbs., Step 2: 92

26 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the spark plugs every 30,000 mi.

At 7,500 mi	Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect)
Every 7,500 mi	Body Fasteners (inspect) · Body Latches, Locks & Hinges (lubricate) · Body Lock Cylinders (lubricate) · Brake Drum Assembly (inspect) · Brake Pedal Assembly (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect)
Every 15,000 mi	Air Conditioning System (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (leak inspection) · Engine Coolant System Hoses (inspect) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Parking Brake System (inspect)
Every 20,000 mi	PCV Valve (inspect)
Every 22,500 mi	Accessory Drive Belt (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Suspension Ball Joint (inspect)
At 30,000 mi	Timing Belt (inspect)
Every 30,000 mi	Fuel System (inspect) · Fuel Tank (inspect) · Fuel Tank Filler Cap (inspect) · Spark Plug Wires (inspect) · Spark Plugs (replace)
Every 40,000 mi	Brake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed)
Every 45,000 mi	Fuel Filter (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2004 Kia Sedona sits near the tail end of a declining complaint trend, with 212 complaints down from 255 in 2002 and 200 in 2003, though it saw a modest uptick over 2003. Notably, 2004 recorded only 3 recalls—the lowest in the early model years—alongside 3 investigations and the fewest TSBs (19) in the entire dataset, suggesting relatively fewer manufacturer-recognized issues at that time. However, this quiet period proved temporary: complaints surged to 385 in 2006 with 7 recalls, indicating a significant deterioration in reliability for subsequent model years. The 2004's top complaint areas—wheels, steering, service brakes, and engine—represent critical safety systems, and with 12 crash-related complaints and 16 fire-related complaints, these are not trivial concerns. Given that 2004 benefits from the lowest recall count before the 2006 spike while avoiding the later surge in complaints, it represents the most defensible purchase year within this generation, though prospective buyers should factor the safety-related complaint categories into their inspection and maintenance planning.

Open recalls

NHTSA campaigns

Service bulletins

Manufacturer communications

ODI investigations

Office of Defects Investigation

212

Owner complaints

12 involved a crash · 16 a fire

NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars

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Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

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Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 212 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Wheels30

Steering27

Service Brakes, Hydraulic19

Engine & Engine Cooling18

Electrical System13

Suspension9

Vehicle Speed Control8

Air Bags6

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

05V329000Vehicle Speed Control:CablesReported 20/07/2005

ON CERTAIN MINI VANS, FREEZING CONDITIONS CAN CAUSE WATER ON THE THROTTLE CABLE TO FREEZE DURING NORMAL OPERATION. RESISTANCE TO MOVEMENT OF THE THROTTLE CABLE CAN OCCUR WHEN THE DRIVER LIFTS THEIR FOOT OFF OF THE GAS… Remedy: DEALERS WILL MODIFY A PROTECTIVE SLEEVE AROUND THE THROTTLE CABLE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 15, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542.

05V232000WheelsReported 19/05/2005

ON CERTAIN MINI VANS EQUIPPED WITH ALLOY WHEELS, MOISTURE CAN ACCUMULATE AROUND THE REAR HUB CAPS CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE OUTER WHEEL BEARING. Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR HUB CAPS FREE OF CHARGE. UPON INSPECTION, SOME VEHICLES WILL ALSO REQUIRE REPLACEMENT OF THE REAR OUTER BEARINGS AND/OR HUB ASSEMBLY. THE RECALL…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 19 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

Bulletin	Date	Component	Summary
TSB_BOD055_R1	2021-09-13	Structure	TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFORMATION FOR HEADLAMP CONDENSATION AND MOISTURE - This…
PS539	2018-03-02	Engine And Engine Cooling	PITSTOP - ENGINE COMPONENT RE-USE GUIDELINES - In general, parts and components removed…
TSB-GEN085R1	2017-01-18	Equipment	TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners…
TSB-GEN085	2016-11-04	Latches/Locks/Linkages	TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners…
PS443	2016-04-04	Electrical System	TSB - USE OF AFTERMARKET USB CHARGING CABLES IN USB/12V PORTS - This article provides…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420

Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1

P0300

Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected

P0171

System too lean — Bank 1

P0455

Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak

P0128

Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature

P0442

Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Build data

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Recalls

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Vehicles with shared specs

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Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2004 Sedona take?

4.5 qt of ABOVE 32 degrees F: 20W-40 OR 20W-50 API SM, ABOVE -10 degrees F: 10W-30, 10W-40 OR 10W-50 API SM, BELOW 100 degrees F: 5W-30 OR 5W-40 API SM, per the factory manual.

Does the 2004 Sedona have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Sedona get?

EPA figures are 14 city / 21 highway / 16 combined mpg.