2024 Kia Carnival recalls

2 safety recalls, 75 owner complaints and a 5-star NHTSA crash rating. Official NHTSA data.

2Recalls
75Complaints
2Crashes & fires reported
5/5NHTSA overall rating

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2024 Kia Carnival recall list

Fuel System, Gasoline recall

26V-232
April 11, 2026 · Kia America, Inc.
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.
Safety 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.

Structure recall

24V-025
January 18, 2024 · Kia America, Inc.
Problem
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Sportage and 2022-2024 Carnival vehicles. The roof molding may loosen and detach.
Safety 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.

2024 Kia Carnival owner complaints

75 complaints filed with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 0 fires, 12 injuries and 0 deaths.

Problems by component

Unknown or Other26
Electrical System17
Engine8
Steering7
Fuel/Propulsion System6
Seats6
Structure6
Service Brakes3
Visibility/Wiper3
Vehicle Speed Control2

Recent complaints

October 1, 2026Electrical System

NHTSA Vehicle Safety Complaint Vehicle: 2024 Kia Carnival Mileage at Failure: Approximately 74,000 miles Incident Date: [XXX] I am filing this complaint regarding a significant safety-related failure involving the power sliding door on my 2024 Kia Carnival. On [XXX], the driver side passenger power sliding door became completely inoperable due to a latch and actuator failure. Prior to service, the door was stuck in the closed position and could not be opened through normal operation. The vehicle was brought to Kia of Columbia, Connecticut, for evaluation. During diagnosis, the service technician was required to force the door open. Once opened, the door could no longer be closed. The dealers

September 29, 2026Unknown or Other1 injury

On XXX, the passenger-side power sliding door of my 2024 Kia Carnival EX closed on my [XXX] child’s torso/chest while she was exiting the vehicle and did not stop or reverse before trapping her. I had walked toward the house and reached the garage when I heard an extremely loud scream of pain. I immediately ran back to the vehicle. When I reached her, I personally observed that her torso/stomach was still pinned against the vehicle by the closed power sliding door. She could not move herself away. I had to press the power door button to open the door and release her. She immediately had pain and visible linear red pressure/abrasion marks on her chest/rib area, followed by bruising. She repor

September 15, 2026Engine

The contact owns a 2024 Kia Carnival. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle jerked violently and experienced a loss of motive power, with reduced power. Several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired because the warning lights were no longer illuminated. The contact continued to drive the vehicle, and the failure recurred. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and was awaiting diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 48,320.

September 10, 2026Unknown or OtherFuel/Propulsion System

My 2024 Kia Carnival smells strongly like gasoline after about 15–20 minutes of driving. The smell gets worse at idle, worse the longer I drive, and seems even stronger with the A/C on. Two dealerships in Las Vegas have told me this is “normal.” Meanwhile, I can’t park it in my garage because the smell fills my house. I’ve had headaches and nausea, and my kids have complained of headaches and stomach aches too.

September 7, 2026Unknown or Other1 injury

I was cleaning my van and my 2 year old daughter closed the opposite door and the sensors did not stop the door and she got her fingers smashed into the door and potentially broke her fingers, took her to the ER and we are to repeat X-rays in 7 to 10 days.

2024 Kia Carnival crash test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2024 Kia Carnival PV Later Release FWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2024 Kia Carnival PV FWDNot ratedNot rated★★★★★★★★★★

Driver aids on the tested 2024 Kia Carnival: electronic stability control standard, forward collision warning standard & optional, lane departure warning standard. Rollover risk: 14.0%.

2024 Kia Carnival recall FAQ

Does the 2024 Kia Carnival have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2024 Kia Carnival. The most recent, filed April 11, 2026, concerns the fuel system, gasoline.

What are the most common 2024 Kia Carnival problems?

Owners have filed 75 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported area is unknown or other (26 reports), followed by electrical system.

Is the 2024 Kia Carnival safe?

The 2024 Kia Carnival earned up to a 5-star overall safety rating in NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program crash tests.

How do I get a recall fixed on my 2024 Kia Carnival?

Contact any authorized Kia dealer. Recall repairs are free, even if you are not the original owner or the warranty has expired.