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2022 Kia Carnival Recalls

NHTSA lists 6 safety recall campaigns for the 2022 Kia Carnival. Recalls are published by year, make and model rather than per-VIN, so check your exact vehicle at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at any franchised dealer, whatever the age of the car or who owns it now.

Is your car one of them?

These campaigns cover the 2022 Kia Carnival as a model line. Decode your VIN to see the build details for your specific car, then confirm the recalls against it at NHTSA.

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26V232000

Fuel System, Gasoline · Delivery · Hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings

A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.

The riskA fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.

The fix — freeDealers 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.

What was foundKia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Carnival vehicles. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the fuel pipe and fuel rail.

26V232000 at NHTSA
24V025000

Structure · Body · Roof And Pillars

A detached roof molding can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.

The riskA detached roof molding can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix — freeDealers 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.

What was foundKia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Sportage and 2022-2024 Carnival vehicles. The roof molding may loosen and detach.

24V025000 at NHTSA
23V236000

Structure · Body · Door

A power sliding door that does not auto-reverse can close on an occupant, increasing the risk of injury.

The riskA power sliding door that does not auto-reverse can close on an occupant, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix — freeDealers 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.

What was foundKia 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.

23V236000 at NHTSA
23V179000

Trailer Hitches

A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

The riskA fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

The fix — freeOwners 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.

What was foundKia 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.

23V179000 at NHTSA
21V908000

Latches/locks/linkages · Electronic Lock/latch Actuator

A power sliding door that fails to latch may open while moving, increasing the risk of injury.

The riskA power sliding door that fails to latch may open while moving, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix — freeDealers will replace the passenger-side power sliding door release actuator's drum and holder inside the remote controller assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC221.

What was foundKia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 Carnival vehicles. The remote controller assembly for the passenger-side power sliding door may malfunction, preventing the passenger-side sliding door from securely latching.

21V908000 at NHTSA
21V277000

Fuel System, Gasoline · Fuel Injection System · Fuel Rail

A damaged fuel rail tube may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.

The riskA damaged fuel rail tube may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.

The fix — freeKia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the multi-port injection fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began April 30, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC211.

What was foundKia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 Carnival vehicles. The plastic fuel rail tube may have been damaged.

21V277000 at NHTSA

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Campaign data is published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and is refreshed daily. Check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov — their lookup can confirm applicability and repair status for a specific vehicle; this page lists model-level campaigns.

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