Recall 23V236000: 2022–2023 Kia Carnival
- Report received
- Mar 31, 2023
- Manufacturer
- Kia America, Inc.
- Potentially affected
- 51,568vehicles
- Model years
- 2022–2023
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
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.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2022 Kia Carnival136 complaints
- 2023 Kia Carnival52 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.