2023 Kia Carnival Recall List
4 safety recall campaigns on file with NHTSA for the 2023 Kia Carnival, affecting fuel system and structure & body. Recall repairs are free at any authorized Kia dealer.
- Recall campaigns
- 4
- Do Not Drive
- 0
- Park Outside
- 1
- Over-the-air fixes
- 0
- Latest report
- Apr 10, 2026
- Owner complaints
- 51
All 2023 Kia Carnival recalls
Newest first. Summaries are NHTSA’s own wording.
- NHTSA 26V232000Apr 10, 2026Fuel System141,032 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
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.
Remedy: 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.
- NHTSA 24V025000Jan 18, 2024Structure & Body101,049 vehicles
Structure:body:roof and pillars
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.
Remedy: 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.
- NHTSA 23V236000Mar 31, 2023Structure & Body51,568 vehicles
Structure:body:door
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.
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.
- NHTSA 23V179000Mar 17, 2023Structure & Body3,555 vehiclesPark Outside
Trailer hitches
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.
Remedy: 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.
Frequently asked questions
- How many recalls does the 2023 Kia Carnival have?
- NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2023 Kia Carnival, covering fuel system and structure & body.
- Are 2023 Kia Carnival recall repairs free?
- Yes. Under U.S. law, manufacturers must fix safety recalls free of charge at authorized dealers, regardless of the vehicle’s age or how many owners it has had. Use the VIN check to see which campaigns are still open on a specific car.
- What is the most recent recall on the 2023 Kia Carnival?
- The most recent campaign is NHTSA 26V232000, reported Apr 10, 2026, concerning the fuel system.