Kia Carnival Recalls — All NHTSA Recall Campaigns

Q: How many recalls does the Kia Carnival have?

The Kia Carnival has 7 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA, spanning model years 2022 through 2026. Individual vehicles may be subject to fewer recalls depending on their specific model year and production date.

Q: Is my Carnival under recall?

Whether your specific Carnival is subject to a recall depends on your vehicle's exact VIN, not just the model year. A recall may apply to a specific production date range or certain build configurations. Enter your 17-digit VIN at VinCheckEngine or NHTSA.gov/recalls to see which, if any, open recalls apply to your exact vehicle.

Q: What is the most recalled Carnival year?

Based on NHTSA recall data, the 2022 Kia Carnival has the most recall campaigns associated with it, with 6 campaigns. However, this reflects recall campaigns for that model year — not necessarily the number of defects in vehicles built that year.

7 recall campaigns on record across 2 model years of the Kia Carnival. Data sourced directly from NHTSA and updated daily.

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Recall Campaigns

214

Owner Complaints

Reported Injuries

Reported Deaths

2 affected model years3 crash-involved complaintsMost recalled year: 2022

Affected Model Years

20261R · 16C 20226R · 80C

R = recalls · C = complaints. Click a year to see the full problems report.

Recall Breakdown by Component Category

Other4 campaigns (57%)

Engine2 campaigns (29%)

Electrical1 campaign (14%)

Most Common Owner Complaint Areas — Kia Carnival

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

STRUCTURE:BODY

ENGINE

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

VISIBILITY/WIPER

POWER TRAIN

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

AIR BAGS

Based on 214 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years. 28 injuries reported.

All Kia Carnival Recall Campaigns

#21V9080002022 Kia CarnivalOther

Issued: Invalid Date

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:ELECTRONIC LOCK/LATCH ACTUATOR

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 Carnival vehicles. The remote controller assembly for the passenger-side power sliding door may malfunction, preventing the passenger-side sliding door from securely latching.

Risk: A power sliding door that fails to latch may open while moving, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the passenger-side power sliding door release actuator's drum and holder inside the remote controller assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16…

#21V2770002022 Kia CarnivalEngine

Issued: Invalid Date

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 Carnival vehicles. The plastic fuel rail tube may have been damaged.

Risk: A damaged fuel rail tube may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the multi-port injection fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began April 30, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer servi…

#23V1790002022 Kia CarnivalOther

Issued: Invalid Date

TRAILER HITCHES

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Carnival vehicles equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Kia dealership. Water accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical s…

Risk: A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and verify whether the vehicle is equipped with a Genuine Kia accessory …

#23V2360002022 Kia CarnivalOther

Issued: Invalid Date

STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling all 2022 and certain 2023 Carnival vehicles. The auto-reverse feature for the power sliding doors (PSD) may not activate in all situations.

Risk: A power sliding door that does not auto-reverse can close on an occupant, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will update the power sliding door control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. …

#24V0250002022 Kia CarnivalOther

Issued: Invalid Date

STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Sportage and 2022-2024 Carnival vehicles. The roof molding may loosen and detach.

Risk: A detached roof molding can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the roof molding and replace or secure it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 15, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-3…

#26V2320002022 Kia CarnivalEngine

Issued: Oct 4, 2026

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Carnival vehicles. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the fuel pipe and fuel rail.

Risk: A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 2, 2026. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1…

#26V0460002026 Kia CarnivalElectrical

Issued: Invalid Date

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 Kia K4, 2025-2026 Sorento, Sorento Hybrid, Sorento Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), 2026 Sportage, Sportage Hybrid, Sportage PHEV, K5, EV9, Carnival, and Carnival Hybrid vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. As suc…

Risk: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer, tire pressure, or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy: The instrument panel display software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 26, 2026. Owners may contact Kia Cus…

Recalls by Component

2Engine Recalls

#21V277000MY 2022

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 Carnival vehicles. The plastic fuel rail tube may have been damaged.

#26V232000MY 2022

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Carnival vehicles. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the fuel pipe and fuel rail.

1Electrical Recalls

#26V046000MY 2026

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 Kia K4, 2025-2026 Sorento, Sorento Hybrid, Sorento Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), 2026 Sportage, Sportage Hybrid, Sportage PHEV, …

Kia Carnival Recall — Frequently Asked Questions

How many recalls does the Kia Carnival have?

The Kia Carnival has 7 recall campaigns in the NHTSA database, spanning model years 2022 through 2026.

Is my Carnival under recall?

Recall applicability depends on your specific VIN — not just the model year. Some recalls cover only certain production date ranges or trim levels. Enter your 17-digit VIN at VinCheckEngine or NHTSA.gov for an exact answer.

What is the most recalled Carnival year?

Based on NHTSA data, the 2022 Kia Carnival has the highest recall campaign count (6 campaigns). However, the total count of campaigns is not the same as the number of defects — some campaigns are issued as expansions of earlier recalls.

Does a Carnival recall mean my car is unsafe to drive?

Not necessarily. Recalls range from critical safety hazards — where NHTSA advises against driving — to minor inconveniences like a label error. Check the consequence field of each recall to understand the severity. If your specific VIN is subject to an open recall, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Who pays for recall repairs on a Carnival?

The manufacturer is legally required to pay for all recall repairs under the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer, regardless of whether you are the original owner or whether the vehicle is out of warranty.

Check Your Specific Kia Carnival for Open Recalls

Model-level recall data tells you what campaigns exist. A VIN-specific check tells you exactly which ones apply to your vehicle — based on production date, serial number, and configuration.

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