repaired · 2026 Q3
Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
NewRisk. A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
2022 Kia CarnivalProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 139 owner complaints about the 2022 Kia Carnival, most often about the structure. It is covered by 6 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-025 the manufacturer reports only 71% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 10, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2022 Kia Carnival has problems
139 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
34Structure11 crash/fire/injury
25Electrical system2 crash/fire/injury
16Engine1 crash/fire/injury
15Fuel/propulsion system
11Visibility/wiper
8Visibility
7Latches/locks/linkages
7Power train
5Forward collision avoidance
2210 other systems9 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 34 | 11 |
| Electrical system | 25 | 2 |
| Engine | 16 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 15 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 11 | 0 |
| Visibility | 8 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 7 | 3 |
| Power train | 7 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 5 | 1 |
| 10 other systems | 22 | 9 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
6 recalls
2022 Kia Carnival recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2025 Q4
Body: roof and pillars
Risk. A detached roof molding can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q1
Body: door
Risk. A power sliding door that does not auto-reverse can close on an occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2025 Q1
Trailer hitches
Park outsideRisk. A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
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repaired · 2023 Q3
Latches/locks/linkages: electronic lock/latch actuator
Risk. A power sliding door that fails to latch may open while moving, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2023 Q1
Fuel injection system: fuel rail
Risk. A damaged fuel rail tube may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Kia.
Best & worst years
2022 vs. every other Carnival year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Carnival median. How we score
'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2022 Kia Carnival safety ratings
2022 Kia Carnival MV FWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Optional
- Lane departure warning: Standard
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2022 Kia Carnival, and the recalls they led to.
- Power Sliding Door Auto Reverse FailureLed to recall 23V-236
In owners' words
What Carnival owners report
Recent structure complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The power sliding door actuator motor drive cables on my 2022 Kia Carnival snapped on both the passenger and driver sides. The doors are stuck shut, even in manual mode, creating a safety hazard for passengers since the only way to exit in an accident would be through the rear hatch or the front…
The rear latch on both sliding doors rusts and the buildup prevents the door from closing eventually because the latch mechanism stays up. There is a video on this from a Kia master tech.
The contact owns a 2022 Kia Carnival. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V908000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages, Structure); however, the failure persisted. The contact stated that the rear passenger’s side power sliding door failed to latch…
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