How many electrical system complaints does the 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid have?

NHTSA lists 22 Electrical System complaints for the 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid, which is 35% of the 63 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid electrical system?

No. The data shows no related recalls filed for this electrical system issue on the 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid.

At what mileage do these electrical problems happen?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA is 600 miles, indicating these issues often surface very early in ownership.

Did the electrical issues cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA records show 0 crashes and 0 injuries tied to these complaints, though 1 fire was reported.

What do owners describe happening with the hybrid battery?

Owners report the vehicle getting stuck in electric mode, losing power while driving, and the 12-volt or 24-volt battery draining or failing, sometimes requiring a jump-start.

2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 22 Electrical System complaints for the 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid, 35% of all 63 complaints filed for the year. There is no related recall on file. Median mileage at failure is 600 miles.

Electrical System complaints: 22; 35% of 63
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 600 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Vehicle gets stuck in electric mode, causing acceleration to be capped near 30-35 mph, sometimes while merging onto a highway.
A "Check Hybrid System - Stop Safely" or "check hybrid system" alert appears, followed by loss of propulsion and the vehicle coasting to a stop.
12-volt battery drains completely after the vehicle sits in a garage for only a few days, leaving it unable to start.
Vehicle fails to start due to 24-volt battery failure, sometimes accompanied by the emergency key failing to unlock the doors, requiring a jump-start or locksmith.
Horn activates on its own and cannot be stopped by locking/unlocking doors or disconnecting the battery, in one case leading to the horn smoldering.
Battery refuses to charge while idling, causing the vehicle to shut off unexpectedly and the transmission to shift improperly.

When 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Nov 11, 2024, latest Sep 22, 2026.

22 complaints filed with NHTSA from Nov 2024 to Sep 2026; peak Sep 2025 (2).

Electrical System recalls for the 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Electrical System complaints by Carnival Hybrid model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

202522 (35%)

Frequently asked questions

How many electrical system complaints does the 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid have?: NHTSA lists 22 Electrical System complaints for the 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid, which is 35% of the 63 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid electrical system?: No. The data shows no related recalls filed for this electrical system issue on the 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid.
At what mileage do these electrical problems happen?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA is 600 miles, indicating these issues often surface very early in ownership.
Did the electrical issues cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA records show 0 crashes and 0 injuries tied to these complaints, though 1 fire was reported.
What do owners describe happening with the hybrid battery?: Owners report the vehicle getting stuck in electric mode, losing power while driving, and the 12-volt or 24-volt battery draining or failing, sometimes requiring a jump-start.