Kia recalls 2022 Carnival vehicles with potential power sliding door auto-reverse failure. Owners must update software to prevent injury risk.
A power sliding door that does not auto-reverse can close on an occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
Kia is recalling 2022 Carnival vehicles where the power sliding doors might not auto-reverse, risking injury if they close on occupants. This fix is free and can be done by dealers.
The power sliding door may not auto-reverse in certain situations, causing it to close on an occupant. This increases injury risk during normal use.
Owners of 2022 Kia Carnival vehicles are affected. Those with power sliding doors are most at risk if the auto-reverse feature fails.
Check for 2022 Kia Carnival vehicles with power sliding doors. The recall covers all 2022 models and certain 2023 models.
Dealers will update the power sliding door control module software for free.
Owners can contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542 for assistance.
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.
Yes, the recall covers all 2022 Kia Carnival vehicles.
Check if your 2022 or certain 2023 Kia Carnival has power sliding doors.
Dealers will update the power sliding door control module software for free.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Kia to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 23V236000 — Kia Kia Hello, I own a Kia that is covered by recall 23V236000 from Kia. The official recall notice states: 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. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
