2023 Kia Carnival Recalls

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2023 Kia Carnival. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 23V179000Mar 17, 2023PARK OUTSIDE3,555 vehicles potentially affected
  Trailer hitches
  Covers: Kia Carnival 2022–2023

  Reported issue: 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 short, which can result in a fire.

  Possible consequence: 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 trailer tow hitch assembly. If equipped, dealers will install a new fuse and wire extension kit. Repairs will be…

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• 26V232000Apr 10, 2026141,032 vehicles potentially affected
  Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
  Covers: Kia Carnival 2022–2026

  Reported issue: 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.

  Possible 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 recall will be…

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• 24V025000Jan 18, 2024101,049 vehicles potentially affected
  Structure › Body › Roof and pillars
  Covers: Kia Carnival 2022–2024, Sportage 2023–2024

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

  Possible 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.

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• 23V236000Mar 31, 202351,568 vehicles potentially affected
  Structure › Body › Door
  Covers: Kia Carnival 2022–2023

  Reported issue: 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.

  Possible consequence: 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. Kia's number for this recall is SC266.

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