How common are engine complaints on the 2022 Kia Carnival?

NHTSA lists 20 Engine complaints for the 2022 Carnival, which is 15% of the 135 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2022 Kia Carnival engine issue?

No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this Engine problem area on the 2022 Carnival.

At what mileage do 2022 Kia Carnival engine problems occur?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 1,875 miles for Engine complaints on the 2022 Carnival.

Did the engine problems cause any injuries or crashes?

NHTSA data shows 2 injuries and 0 crashes and 0 fires linked to the Engine complaints on the 2022 Carnival.

How does the 2022 Carnival compare to other model years for engine complaints?

The 2022 model year shows a 15% share of complaints in this area, compared to 14% in 2023, 14% in 2024, and 13% in 2025.

2022 Kia Carnival Engine Problems

NHTSA lists 20 Engine complaints for the 2022 Kia Carnival, 15% of all complaints filed for the year, with a median failure mileage of 1,875 miles. There is no related recall listed in NHTSA data for this issue. Two injuries were reported; no crashes or fires.

Engine complaints: 20; 15% of 135
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 2
Median mileage: 1,875 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical engine symptoms owners report

Vehicle loses acceleration and will not go above roughly 10-15 mph, often in cold temperatures, with the check engine light on and code P2118 reported.
Owners describe the throttle body freezing or filling with moisture in freezing weather, putting the vehicle into limp mode and requiring a tow.
Some owners report the engine stalling or losing power while driving at undisclosed speeds, with the check engine light illuminating.
One owner reported the engine shuddering or shaking as if starving for fuel while cruising, even with cruise control set or in neutral.
One owner reported a cylinder issue with internal coolant burning that preceded an unexpected engine shutdown.
One owner described engine knocking and a sound like the engine was about to turn off, followed later by the check engine light coming on.

When 2022 Kia Carnival engine complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 21, 2022, latest Apr 6, 2026.

20 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2022 to Apr 2026; peak Mar 2022 (4).

Engine recalls for the 2022 Kia Carnival

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Engine complaints by Carnival model year

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

202220 (15%)
20237 (14%)
202410 (14%)
202516 (13%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are engine complaints on the 2022 Kia Carnival?: NHTSA lists 20 Engine complaints for the 2022 Carnival, which is 15% of the 135 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2022 Kia Carnival engine issue?: No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this Engine problem area on the 2022 Carnival.
At what mileage do 2022 Kia Carnival engine problems occur?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 1,875 miles for Engine complaints on the 2022 Carnival.
Did the engine problems cause any injuries or crashes?: NHTSA data shows 2 injuries and 0 crashes and 0 fires linked to the Engine complaints on the 2022 Carnival.
How does the 2022 Carnival compare to other model years for engine complaints?: The 2022 model year shows a 15% share of complaints in this area, compared to 14% in 2023, 14% in 2024, and 13% in 2025.