Every 2023 Kia Carnival recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Fuel System, Gasoline · NHTSA 26V232000
Apr 10, 2026Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
- Problem
- 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.
- Fix
- 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 searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 24, 2026.
Full recall details for 26V232000 →Structure · NHTSA 24V025000
Jan 18, 2024Structure:Body:Roof and Pillars
- Problem
- 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.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 24V025000 →Structure · NHTSA 23V236000
Mar 31, 2023Structure:Body:Door
- Problem
- 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.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 23V236000 →Trailer Hitches · NHTSA 23V179000
Mar 17, 2023Trailer HitchesPark outside
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
- Fix
- 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 performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 16, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC265.
Full recall details for 23V179000 →
2023 Kia Carnival complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 51 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 Kia Carnival, reporting 1 crashes, 7 injuries. Kia has issued at least 69 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Most-reported components
- Unknown Or Other22
- Structure12
- Electrical System6
- Engine5
- Fuel/Propulsion System3
- Chest Clip, Buckle, Harness2
Service bulletins by component
- Electrical System (39)
- Seats (21)
- Structure (18)
- Engine and Engine Cooling (4)
- Equipment (3)
- Power Train (3)
Read Kia Carnival owner complaints and bulletins, every year
What people reported
Owners have filed 51 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 Kia Carnival. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
Crash
“ABS was activating inappropriately creating a grinding/pulsating noise while I was attempting to stop at a light. The vehicle did slow down but despite the completely dry road service and sufficient stopping distance, the vehicle never came to a stop and ran into the vehicle in front of me.”
2023 KIA CARNIVALFeb 5, 2026
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11715948
Injury reported
“Passenger side sliding door periodically gets stuck trying to open or close. My 3 year olds finger got stuck in the closed position of the sliding door and we could not get the door open immediately because of the faulty door periodically getting stuck.”
2023 KIA CARNIVALOct 23, 2025
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11695330
Injury reported
“The driver's side sliding door was closing and crushed my wife between the door and B pillar. It did not retract upon encountering the resistance of my wife's body, and continued to close. She has bruising on her arm, and shoulder pain.”
2023 KIA CARNIVALMay 27, 2024
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11590913
Injury reported
“The metal rails where the middle seat of the middle row is located occasionally gets too hot to touch. My daughter who was sleep had her sandals off. She woke up because her foot was hot. Shortly after her toe blistered. You won't notice it if you have shoes on.”
2023 KIA CARNIVALJun 28, 2023
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11529374
Injury reported
“The side sliding (rear) doors do not stop when there is an object in between. Even when you put heavy force (this is in some angles), the door continues to close. With mild force, the door just refuses to recognize and closes out.”
2023 KIA CARNIVALApr 20, 2023
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11517982
Check your Carnival by VIN
Not every 2023 Kia Carnival is in every recall. Enter your 17-character VIN to see the recalls on record for your exact vehicle, then confirm which are still open at NHTSA.gov or with any Kia dealer.
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