2024 KIA CARNIVAL

2 recalls, 99 complaints - 28 TSBs - 5/5 safety rating

26V232000 Apr 10, 2026
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
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 were mailed June 2, 2026. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC368. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recal... Read more
141,032 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.
24V025000 Jan 18, 2024
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Defect Description
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Sportage and 2022-2024 Carnival vehicles. The roof molding may loosen and detach.
Consequence
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 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC292.
101,049 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.

Complaint Statistics

99 total complaints 3 crashes 3 fires 3 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
ENGINE16
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM15
UNKNOWN OR OTHER11
SERVICE BRAKES10
POWER TRAIN10
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM6
STEERING4
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL3
VISIBILITY/WIPER3
AIR BAGS3
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Sep 10, 2026
Incident date: Sep 10, 2026
My 2024 Kia Carnival smells strongly like gasoline after about 15–20 minutes of driving. The smell gets worse at idle, worse the longer I drive, and seems even stronger with the A/C on. Two dealerships in Las Vegas have told me this is “normal.” Meanwhile, I can’t park it in my garage beca... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Sep 10, 2026
Incident date: Sep 10, 2026
My 2024 Kia Carnival smells strongly like gasoline after about 15–20 minutes of driving. The smell gets worse at idle, worse the longer I drive, and seems even stronger with the A/C on. Two dealerships in Las Vegas have told me this is “normal.” Meanwhile, I can’t park it in my garage beca... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Sep 7, 2026
Incident date: Sep 6, 2026
I was cleaning my van and my 2 year old daughter closed the opposite door and the sensors did not stop the door and she got her fingers smashed into the door and potentially broke her fingers, took her to the ER and we are to repeat X-rays in 7 to 10 days.
1 injured
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Sep 2, 2026
Incident date: Aug 26, 2026
On 8/25/2026 I dropped the vehicle at Plaza Kia, 2699 Nostrand Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11210 (Kia Repair Facility #7119189) for four open recalls: PI2501, PI2602, SC320, and SC368. Brakes were functioning normally at drop-off. Per repair order [XXX] dated 8/26/2026, only PI2501 and PI2602 (second-row seat... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Sep 2, 2026
Incident date: Aug 26, 2026
On 8/25/2026 I dropped the vehicle at Plaza Kia, 2699 Nostrand Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11210 (Kia Repair Facility #7119189) for four open recalls: PI2501, PI2602, SC320, and SC368. Brakes were functioning normally at drop-off. Per repair order [XXX] dated 8/26/2026, only PI2501 and PI2602 (second-row seat... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Aug 24, 2026
Incident date: Aug 4, 2025
For the past year I have taken my vechicle in due to a strong vinegar smell that comes from the AC in the summer upon start up. They have been unable to remedy this issue. However they have said there is mold in the system. This posses a health issue due to poor air quality especially for small chil... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION Aug 17, 2026
Incident date: Jun 23, 2026
On our 2024 KIA Carnival, which my wife is the primary driver, the blind spot warning on the passenger side does not work all the time. Driver side is 100% okay. She drives on I40 and hwy111 to and from work daily, and when passing on the left, she looks for the red triangle to let her know it is cl... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Aug 14, 2026
Incident date: Jul 27, 2026
Recall SC368 was performed. After the recall repair, I began smelling gasoline. The dealer has diagnosed a separate fuel-system issue requiring multiple parts including replacement of the fuel tank. More details: My vehicle underwent a safety recall for a fuel leak/fire risk. Following that repair, ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jul 30, 2026
Incident date: Jul 24, 2026
Went in to get a service done for my vehicle and all the highlighted areas were the problem. They stated models from 2019-2022 The Camrys all have had transmission issues. I still have my car and it’s working, but I don’t want to pay for a new transmission when Toyal manufacturing has been aware... Read more
ENGINE Jul 22, 2026
Incident date: Jun 26, 2026
Car was driving absolutely fine, no dash lights no signs of distress for 1.5 years then suddenly out of the blue it made a "weird noise" -no lights on dash board, and it went away. Two days later my daughter was sitting in a fast-food line and the car just died. They had to push her out of the line... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER Jul 22, 2026
Incident date: Jun 26, 2026
Windshield cracked a singular crack from the top to the bottom of windshield after lifting car with spare tire jack.
ENGINE Jul 8, 2026
Incident date: Jul 7, 2026
The vehicle has been in 3 times for shaking and check engine light. First time the Honda technician diagnosed as misfire cylinder 2 issue caused by bad injector. The dealership indicated that Honda would not honor warranty fix if the car did not store the error code on the computer even though "bi... Read more
ENGINE May 11, 2026
Incident date: May 10, 2026
The engine stalled on the freeway. Has been having rough idles on cold start. Water gurgling/sloshing sounds coming from behind the dash on cold start. White, sweet smelling smoke periodically comes from the exhaust. Followed up with spark plug replacements. The vehicle still has all previous issues... Read more
AIR BAGS Apr 27, 2026
Incident date: Apr 7, 2026
The contact owned a 2022 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, another vehicle, driving approximately 75 MPH, crashed into the rear and front passenger's side of the vehicle. The vehicle was then pushed into another lane, where another vehicle crashed into the front driver's si... Read more
Crash 1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 27, 2026
Incident date: Apr 27, 2026
I was driving on the highway, and my car started shaking. All of the sudden I couldn't push on the gas anymore, and out of the blue a notification popped up on my screen that said "transmission failure, service immediately" and the car fully stopped working. I was forced to coast to the side of the ... Read more
STRUCTURE Apr 16, 2026
Incident date: Apr 15, 2026
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Explorer. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 24V031000 (Structure) and 25V347000 (Structure); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for th... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Apr 16, 2026
Incident date: Apr 15, 2026
Three separate safety incidents occurred within the last 3 months. INCIDENT 1: On at least two occasions while turning, the steering felt aggressive and notchy, resisting or jerking unexpectedly during the turn. INCIDENT 2: While driving on the Florida Turnpike at approximately 80 mph southbound aro... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Apr 15, 2026
Incident date: Jun 17, 2024
My dashboard VIN plate was destroyed when the windshield was being replaced. I’ve been trying to get Audi to send me a new VIN since October 23, almost 6 months ago. They assigned an executive case manager 2 months ago but that’s accomplished nothing. The vehicle is out of compliance with federa... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Apr 2, 2026
Incident date: Mar 17, 2026
Vehicle would not run due to a failed fuel pump control module. With a non-running engine, the transmission could NOT be placed into Neutral to be able to movie vehicle out of the road. Needed tow truck to move vehicle. This condition placed many people at risk as the vehicle could not be moved out ... Read more
AIR BAGS Mar 28, 2026
Incident date: Mar 27, 2026
I am filing this complaint regarding serious safety and consumer protection concerns involving my 2022 Jeep Wrangler (VIN: [XXX] ), manufactured by Stellantis, as well as issues involving the towing company E&R Towing following my accident. Prior to my accident on November 8, 2025, my vehicle experi... Read more
1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Mar 28, 2026
Incident date: Mar 27, 2026
On March 21, 2026 my Taycan motor wire disconnected from the battery during routine city driving The car was In the Middle lane of [XXX] waiting to turn left onto [XXX] A warning light said Car not drivable , pull over But the car was not functional. Police needed to block [XXX] to allow ... Read more
ENGINE Mar 25, 2026
Incident date: Mar 25, 2026
Coolant leak and dealership advises that the car will need a engine replacement to fix the problem. The car is constantly running rough and misfiring. Driving this vehicle this way put myself and small children at risk that there could be a potential complete engine failure while driving the vehic... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Mar 17, 2026
Incident date: Oct 20, 2025
Problem # 1- is 3 out of 4 door lock actuators all of a sudden stopped working at the exact same time, except the driver door. This is a huge safety issue and causes the door to remain locked. This causes someone getting locked inside the vehicle or locked outside. (Google) all the review's as this ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Mar 17, 2026
Incident date: Oct 20, 2025
Problem # 1- is 3 out of 4 door lock actuators all of a sudden stopped working at the exact same time, except the driver door. This is a huge safety issue and causes the door to remain locked. This causes someone getting locked inside the vehicle or locked outside. (Google) all the review's as this ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Feb 11, 2026
Incident date: Jul 3, 2024
NHTSA Complaint Text (Copy/Paste) Vehicle: 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty 6.7L Power Stroke Recall: 24S78 – Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Software Update Complaint: Ford has issued Recall 24S78 for the high-pressure fuel pump defect on my 2020 F-250, but the company has not provided an actual remedy... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Feb 11, 2026
Incident date: Jul 3, 2024
The contact owns a 2021 Cadillac Escalade. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reaso... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER Jan 28, 2026
Incident date: Jan 28, 2026
When using heated seats and heated steering wheel the headlights randomly pulsate and dim - dangerously impacting driver night-time vision / visibility and confusing / disorienting other drivers. Ongoing issue. Happens EVERY time headlights are utilized in conjunction with heated seats and heated ... Read more
POWER TRAIN Jan 25, 2026
Incident date: Dec 14, 2025
Check engine light came on and then shifter went into lock out mode while in drive with notice on dash to service shifter. Shifter will not shift out of park state without pulling service release for neutral.
SUSPENSION Jan 25, 2026
Incident date: Dec 14, 2025
The vehicle continues to feel very bumpy when we drive. Even if I stand in the 2nd row and press up and down, it makes a squeaky, sometimes loud rattling / knocking sound. I have taken this to the dealer multiple times and they tired to tighten shock absorbers and the padding around it but the probl... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jan 12, 2026
Incident date: Nov 16, 2025
Received a report from local auto repair and they found that the oil main seal is leaking. Issue happened in the highway and car automatically turned off the engine. I was not in an accident as there was no one else on the road and I was able to push it to the side. When the car turned on the wheel... Read more
ENGINE Jan 12, 2026
Incident date: Nov 16, 2025
My 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee PHEV is subject to Safety Recall 78C/NHTSA 25V-766 for ENGINE FIRES caused by sand contamination in the 2.0L engine that can cause "catastrophic engine failure" and "vehicle fire. On January 9, 2026, I took my vehicle to Stewart Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM in Colma, CA. Whil... Read more
ENGINE Jan 12, 2026
Incident date: Nov 16, 2025
Driving south on I95 under normal condition. After driving for about a hour truck started smoking under the hood. I pulled over and turned off vehicle. I released the latch to open hood. When I got out of the vehicle to lift the hood there were flames coming from both sides of the hood. I did not li... Read more
Fire
POWER TRAIN Dec 10, 2025
Incident date: Nov 12, 2025
Throttle hesitation from stop. Delay in acceleration poses a safety risk when driving.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Nov 19, 2025
Incident date: Oct 29, 2025
When the turn signal is activated to go RIGHT, the turn indicator flashes LEFT (both the arrow on the instrument panel and the exterior lights). Since the driver is not consciously looking at the dash, this causes an unexpected lane change and dangerous (and illegal) lane change. There are no warnin... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Nov 19, 2025
Incident date: Oct 29, 2025
These vehicles need to be taken off the road and Stellantis needs to buy them back. 4 recalls all related to fires and/or failure of propulsion at speed that can cause accidents. Now I have 2 more open recalls, one for battery fire risk and another for the gasoline engine fire risk. Both the batt... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Oct 16, 2025
Incident date: Oct 14, 2025
While driving my 2024 Jeep Rubicon 4xe, both the Check Engine and “Service Battery” lights came on, and the vehicle suddenly shut down completely in the middle of a busy intersection. I lost all ability to accelerate, steer, or brake — the steering wheel locked, and the vehicle was inoperable ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Oct 15, 2025
Incident date: Oct 15, 2025
Gridlines on the backup camera work intermittently when backing. The issue has been occurring since taking delivery. 20 June 2024. The dealer has made (3) attempts at repairing and has not resolved the issue. A Buy Back request was submitted 9/2025 and denied. GM advised it is a known problem th... Read more
ENGINE Sep 28, 2025
Incident date: Sep 20, 2025
The engine of my 2018 Kia Optima is burning oil. When it started, I had 72,000 miles, and it's burning one quart of oil every thousand miles. There is no oil leak. I will take it back to Kia on October 2, 2025. The mechanic reported that it has an internal engine issue.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Sep 23, 2025
Incident date: Jul 23, 2025
The car had a leak in the trunk that was not our fault it was not due to an accident but rather came that way when we bought it brand new. We were unaware of this leak and now our entire trunk control panel is flooded and the trunk is totally useless as it will not open at all, not even manually. Th... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Jul 19, 2025
Incident date: Jun 20, 2025
Expansion of air tank, causing to pop up frame in backseat and total car deemed unsafe to drive. No warnings car had never been in the shop prayer happened while driving over rule Mountain area with two children in the backseat. Kia inspected diagnostic ran stated it was air in gas tank under a reca... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Jul 14, 2025
Incident date: Jul 12, 2025
ABS sensor failure.
SERVICE BRAKES Jul 5, 2025
Incident date: Oct 28, 2023
At mid to low speeds when pressing the brakes, I can feel excessive shaking and vibration when going over uneven roads. I’m located in Queens, New York so you can imagine the roads aren’t the smoothest. However not speaking of pot holes or anything like that just any uneven surface bump. It caus... Read more
ENGINE Jul 5, 2025
Incident date: Oct 28, 2023
Engine light- shifting rough, steering wheel shakes. I took it in to get checked, they replaced something for the emissions. Then told I need a twerk converter. Another place didn’t recommend that & I was told needs a new transmission. I have only had my vehicle 4 years and have kept it well... Read more
STEERING Jul 5, 2025
Incident date: Oct 28, 2023
The Power steering ceased working while on a Major roadway making steering the vehicle To the side of the road very difficult to steer. If we were on a major interstate we could have severely hurt ! This happened 4 times while driving an hour away. We are Traveling for 5 months and we have a dealer ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jul 2, 2025
Incident date: Jun 26, 2025
Anti-Lock Brake Module Internal Failure, error code C2200--49. This ABS failure also takes out the following safety features, anti-lock braking, traction control, trailer towing brake controller, and cruise control. As a result I do not have these safety features, and I tow a 10,000 lb rated t... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jun 26, 2025
Incident date: Jun 24, 2025
Vehicle had AEB System malfunctioning. The brakes did NOT work. The emergency brake barely worked. We were driving on Fathers Day to a family gathering and the system and brakes malfunctioned, yes we collided with the Curb and debris on the side of the road cause curb rash to the rims. No major dama... Read more
Crash
SERVICE BRAKES Jun 3, 2025
Incident date: Jun 2, 2025
I am writing to formally report a serious safety concern with my 2018 Chevy Malibu related to the brake booster vacuum pump. My vehicle has exhibited dangerous symptoms, including a hard brake pedal and reduced braking power, which I’ve now learned may be connected to a known defect affecting 2013... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Apr 24, 2025
Incident date: Apr 23, 2025
My parking pawl failed. Other 2017 explorers have the recall but mine doesn’t? Dealership says mines not effected but it broke? Hardly seams fair. I was able to jump back in and stop it before it rolled out of the driveway and almost hit my neighbors.
ENGINE Apr 22, 2025
Incident date: Apr 9, 2025
Engine is unsafe to drive. Paid over $1400 in repairs just to find out the engine is a faulty engine. Engine failed due to coolant intrusion. Vehicle is not safe to drive. Veh has less than 100k miles. Happened randomly car engine shakes violently and sputters.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:COIL:SPARK PLUGS Mar 12, 2025
Incident date: Mar 5, 2025
The contact owns a 2015 Kia Forte. The contact stated that the vehicle had been taken to a local dealer and was diagnosed and determined that the catalytic converter and spark plugs were faulty and needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the parts were replaced; however, soon after the repair... Read more

Showing 50 of 99 complaints.

NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2024 KIA CARNIVAL

2024 Kia Carnival PV Later Release FWD

CategoryRating
Overall Rating 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash 4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Frontal Crash, Driver 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash, Passenger 4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Side Crash 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Driver 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Passenger 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Rollover 4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Rollover Risk 14.0%

Safety Technology

FeatureStatus
Electronic Stability ControlStandard
Forward Collision WarningStandard & Optional
Lane Departure WarningStandard

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

EPA Fuel Economy, 2024 KIA CARNIVAL

Trim / Engine City MPG Highway MPG Combined MPG Fuel Type Annual Fuel Cost
3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic (S8) (Front-Wheel Drive) 19.0 26.0 22.0 Regular $2,800

CO2 Emissions: 408.0 g/mile (Minivan - 2WD)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2024 KIA CARNIVAL

28 manufacturer communications from 15 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
160000 STRUCTURE11
220000 SEATS10
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING2
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM2
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE1
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL1
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL1
TSB_ELE323 Apr 15, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: PSM/IMS UNIT REPLACEMENT (SA555) - This bulletin provides information regarding a 12V battery parasitic draw concern on certain 2024MY Carnival (KA4) vehicles produced from August 28, 2023 through
TSB_FUE062_R2 Mar 22, 2024
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: ECM LOGIC UPDATE FOR DTC P2118 AND THROTTLE BODY FREEZING (SA514) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black
TSB_FUE062_R2 Mar 22, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: ECM LOGIC UPDATE FOR DTC P2118 AND THROTTLE BODY FREEZING (SA514) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black
TSB_ELE303_R2 Feb 9, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: AVN 5.0 WIDE NON-RESPONSIVE RADIO ICON (AM, FM, SXM) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Th
PI2301A_OWNR Oct 17, 2023
220000 SEATS
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION - This document is the owner notification advising that Kia is conducting a Product Improvement Campaign to install steel reinforcement plates on the second-row seat outer rails in certain 20
PI2301A_OWNR Oct 17, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION - This document is the owner notification advising that Kia is conducting a Product Improvement Campaign to install steel reinforcement plates on the second-row seat outer rails in certain 20
PI2301_TSB_R2 Oct 12, 2023
220000 SEATS
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: INSTALLATION OF STEEL REINFORCEMENT PLATES FOR 2ND ROW SEAT OUTER RAILS (PI2301) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a blac
PI2301_TSB_R2 Oct 12, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: INSTALLATION OF STEEL REINFORCEMENT PLATES FOR 2ND ROW SEAT OUTER RAILS (PI2301) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a blac
PI2301_TSB_R1 Sep 14, 2023
220000 SEATS
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: INSTALLATION OF STEEL REINFORCEMENT PLATES FOR 2ND ROW SEAT OUTER RAILS (PI2301) - PI2301 TEMPORARILY ON HOLD PENDING UPDATED PARTS.
PI2301_TSB_R1 Sep 14, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: INSTALLATION OF STEEL REINFORCEMENT PLATES FOR 2ND ROW SEAT OUTER RAILS (PI2301) - PI2301 TEMPORARILY ON HOLD PENDING UPDATED PARTS.
PI2301_OWNR_UPD Sep 6, 2023
220000 SEATS
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION - This document is the owner notification advising that that Kia is conducting a Product Improvement Campaign to install steel reinforcement plates on the second-row seat outer rails in cert
PI2301_OWNR_UPD Sep 6, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION - This document is the owner notification advising that that Kia is conducting a Product Improvement Campaign to install steel reinforcement plates on the second-row seat outer rails in cert
PI2301_DPSM_UPD Sep 5, 2023
220000 SEATS
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: DEALER PARTS AND SERVICE MANAGER MEMO - This document is the announcement to the dealer Parts and Service Managers that Kia is conducting a Product Improvement Campaign to install steel reinforcement plates on
PI2301_DP_UPD Sep 5, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: DEALER PRINCIPAL MEMO - This document is the announcement to the Dealer Principals that Kia is conducting a Product Improvement Campaign to install steel reinforcement plates on the second-row seat outer rails
PI2301_DP_UPD Sep 5, 2023
220000 SEATS
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: DEALER PRINCIPAL MEMO - This document is the announcement to the Dealer Principals that Kia is conducting a Product Improvement Campaign to install steel reinforcement plates on the second-row seat outer rails
PI2301_DPSM_UPD Sep 5, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: DEALER PARTS AND SERVICE MANAGER MEMO - This document is the announcement to the dealer Parts and Service Managers that Kia is conducting a Product Improvement Campaign to install steel reinforcement plates on
PI2301_TSB Aug 11, 2023
220000 SEATS
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: INSTALLATION OF STEEL REINFORCEMENT PLATES FOR 2ND ROW SEAT OUTER RAILS (PI2301) - This bulletin provides information to install steel reinforcement plates on the second-row seat outer rails in certain 2022-202
PI2301_TSB Aug 11, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: INSTALLATION OF STEEL REINFORCEMENT PLATES FOR 2ND ROW SEAT OUTER RAILS (PI2301) - This bulletin provides information to install steel reinforcement plates on the second-row seat outer rails in certain 2022-202
PI2301_OWNR Aug 10, 2023
220000 SEATS
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION - This document is the owner notification advising that Kia is conducting an important Product Improvement Campaign to install steel reinforcement plates on the second-row seat outer rails in
PI2301_OWNR Aug 10, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION - This document is the owner notification advising that Kia is conducting an important Product Improvement Campaign to install steel reinforcement plates on the second-row seat outer rails in
PI2301_QA Aug 8, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: QUESTION AND ANSWER - This document is the Question and Answer Guide containing the most frequently asked questions regarding the Product Improvement Campaign (PI2301).
PI2301_QA Aug 8, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: QUESTION AND ANSWER - This document is the Question and Answer Guide containing the most frequently asked questions regarding the Product Improvement Campaign (PI2301).
PI2301_DPSM Aug 8, 2023
220000 SEATS
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: DEALER PARTS AND SERVICE MANAGER MEMO - This document is the announcement to the dealer Parts and Service Managers that Kia is conducting an important Product Improvement Campaign to install steel reinforcement
PI2301_DPSM Aug 8, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: DEALER PARTS AND SERVICE MANAGER MEMO - This document is the announcement to the dealer Parts and Service Managers that Kia is conducting an important Product Improvement Campaign to install steel reinforcement
PI2301_DP Aug 8, 2023
220000 SEATS
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: DEALER PRINCIPAL MEMO - This document is the announcement to the dealer principals that Kia is conducting an important Product Improvement Campaign to install steel reinforcement plates on the second-row seat o
PI2301_DP Aug 8, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: DEALER PRINCIPAL MEMO - This document is the announcement to the dealer principals that Kia is conducting an important Product Improvement Campaign to install steel reinforcement plates on the second-row seat o
TSB_ENG247 Jul 28, 2023
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: DATA COLLECTION: EXTRACT CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS DATA FROM ECU (DC24) - This bulletin provides information related to extracting "in use performance tracking" emissions data from the Engine Control Unit (EC
TSB_ENG247 Jul 28, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: DATA COLLECTION: EXTRACT CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS DATA FROM ECU (DC24) - This bulletin provides information related to extracting "in use performance tracking" emissions data from the Engine Control Unit (EC

NHTSA Safety Investigations, KIA CARNIVAL

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

PE22004 Opened: Apr 10, 2022 , Closed: Jun 13, 2023
PE, Closed , Model Year: 2022
Power Sliding Door Auto Reverse Failure
On April 10, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this Preliminary Evaluation (PE) after receiving 5 consumer complaints alleging the Power Sliding Doors (PSD) auto-reverse function failed to work properly in the model year (MY) 2022 Kia Carnival minivan vehicles.At that time, ODI ... Read more

KIA CARNIVAL - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the KIA CARNIVAL across all model years (2022, 2026).

15 Total Recalls
547 Total Complaints
1 Investigations
20 Reported Crashes
6 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

KIA CARNIVAL - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2026 2 37 View
2025 1 169 View
2024 (current) 2 99
2023 4 62 View
2022 6 180 View

Other KIA Models

Model Recalls Complaints
SORENTO 188 13,593 View
SPORTAGE 165 6,601 View
SEDONA 118 3,350 View
OPTIMA 100 10,128 View
TELLURIDE 70 2,186 View
SOUL 66 7,233 View
SORENTO HYBRID 62 159 View
SOUL EV 62 50 View