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2024 Kia Carnival recalls and problems

The 2024 Kia Carnival has 2 safety recalls and 76 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Kia dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
76
Crashes / fires
2 / 0
Injuries / deaths
12 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2024 Kia Carnival vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2024 Kia Carnival recalls

Recall 26V-232: Fuel System, Gasoline

Reported Apr 10, 2026 · 141,032 vehicles affected · 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.

Risk: A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.

Fix: 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.

Recall 24V-025: Structure

Reported Jan 18, 2024 · 101,049 vehicles affected · 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.

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

Fix: 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 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Unknown or Other26
Electrical System17
Engine8
Seats7
Steering7
Structure7
Fuel/Propulsion System6
Visibility/Wiper3
Air Bags3
Service Brakes3
Seat Belts2
Vehicle Speed Control2

Most reported parts

  • Structure › Body — 5
  • Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Clockspring/Spiral Cassette — 1
  • Seats › Front Assembly › Power Adjust — 1
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 1
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 1
  • Back Over Prevention › Rearview System Braking — 1
  • Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch — 1
  • Lane Departure › Blind Spot Detection — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 7,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2024 Kia Carnival complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Structure · reported Nov 6, 2026
Sliding door repeatedly gets stuck opening or closing. I'm afraid to transport our infant grandchildren in fears of being stranded with them because we can't close the door. It had been to the dealership twice along with videos of it happening but they said since it's not a TSB from kia, they can't replace door control module. Videos won't attach to this submission. Please advise additional way I can submit.
Electrical System · reported Oct 1, 2026
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…
Unknown or Other · reported Sep 29, 2026
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…
Engine · at 48,320 miles · reported Sep 15, 2026
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.
Fuel/Propulsion System · reported Sep 10, 2026
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.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2024 Kia Carnival have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2024 Kia Carnival: 26V-232 (fuel system, gasoline), 24V-025 (structure). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2024 Kia Carnival?

Owners report unknown or other problems most often (26 reports), followed by electrical system (17). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 7,000 miles.

Are Kia recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Kia dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.