repaired · 2026 Q3
Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
NewRisk. A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
2024 Kia CarnivalProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 76 owner complaints about the 2024 Kia Carnival, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 2 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 6, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Chanokchon, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2024 Kia Carnival has problems
76 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
17Electrical system
8Engine
7Structure
7Steering1 crash/fire/injury
6Fuel/propulsion system
6Seats3 crash/fire/injury
3Visibility/wiper
3Service brakes
2Power train
1512 other systems4 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 17 | 0 |
| Engine | 8 | 0 |
| Structure | 7 | 0 |
| Steering | 7 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 6 | 0 |
| Seats | 6 | 3 |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 3 | 1 |
| Power train | 2 | 0 |
| 12 other systems | 15 | 4 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2024 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.
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
2024 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
2024 Kia Carnival safety ratings
2024 Kia Carnival PV Later Release FWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (14.0% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional
- Lane departure warning: Standard
In owners' words
What Carnival owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
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…
Incident description: While driving, the vehicle’s dashboard illuminated all warning lights (ABS, traction control, battery, check engine, forward safety system) and the engine revved to approximately 8,000 RPM with unintended rapid acceleration. Driver had to apply hard braking to maintain control…
Driver side passenger back sliding door will not open or close properly. Door will jam and make a loud noise or will not open when trying to open. Took it the dealership 4 times they replaced the motor but the issue continues.
Own a 2024 Carnival?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.