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2022 Kia Carnival Recalls

6 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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Urgent NHTSA instruction

Park Outside advisory found

1 campaign carries a Park Outside instruction. Read the highlighted campaign details below and confirm applicability to your VIN immediately.

Campaign 23V179000

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NHTSA campaigns

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Affected systems

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Urgent advisories

Apr 10, 2026

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What the record says

This model year's count is above the Kia Carnival average of 3.0 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Latches / Locks / Linkages › Electronic Lock / Latch Actuator, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2022 Kia Carnival recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 26V232000

Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines / Piping, And Fittings

Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.

Reported Apr 10, 2026

What is recalled

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 consequence

A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer 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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 24V025000

Structure › Body › Roof And Pillars

Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.

Reported Jan 18, 2024

What is recalled

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

Safety consequence

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

Manufacturer 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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 23V236000

Structure › Body › Door

Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.

Reported Mar 31, 2023

What is recalled

Kia 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.

Safety consequence

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

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers 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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details
Park outside and away from structures

NHTSA campaign 23V179000

Trailer Hitches

Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.

Reported Mar 17, 2023

What is recalled

Kia 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.

Safety consequence

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

Manufacturer remedy

Owners 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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 21V908000

Latches / Locks / Linkages › Electronic Lock / Latch Actuator

Manufacturer: Kia Motors America

Reported Nov 19, 2021

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

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

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 21V277000

Fuel System, Gasoline › Fuel Injection System › Fuel Rail

Manufacturer: Kia Motors America

Reported Apr 21, 2021

What is recalled

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

Safety consequence

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

Manufacturer remedy

Kia 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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Kia Carnival model years

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2022 Kia Carnival recall questions

How many recalls does the 2022 Kia Carnival have?

This verified dataset contains 6 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2022 Kia Carnival. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2022 Kia Carnival?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology