Latches/locks/linkages: electronic lock/latch actuatorRecall 21V-908 · 2022 Kia Carnival

Kia Motors America recall 21V-908 covers 2,956 2022 Kia Carnival for a latches/locks/linkages: electronic lock/latch actuator problem, reported to NHTSA on November 19, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2023 Q3) shows 79% of affected vehicles repaired.

79%
Vehicles repaired2,345 of 2,956 · 2023 Q3
Vehicles affected2,9561 model
ReportedNov 19, 2021Owners notified Dec 16, 2021
Complaints since37Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 21V908000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

Kia 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.

The risk

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

What to do

The fix

Dealers 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.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Repair progress

How fast cars are being fixed

79%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 53 vehicles were listed as unreachable.

0%50%100%2021 Q42023 Q3
1 model

Vehicles in this recall