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2025 Kia Carnival recalls and problems

The 2025 Kia Carnival has 1 safety recall and 128 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Kia dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
128
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
5 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2025 Kia Carnival vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2025 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.

2025 Kia Carnival problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Electrical System85
Unknown or Other21
Engine15
Fuel/Propulsion System8
Forward Collision Avoidance5
Exterior Lighting5
Power Train5
Seats5
Structure4
Vehicle Speed Control4
Lane Departure3
Air Bags2

Most reported parts

  • Structure › Body — 4
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 3
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 1
  • Seats › Mid/Rear Assembly — 1
  • Lane Departure › Assist — 1
  • Lane Departure › Blind Spot Detection — 1
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 1
  • Back Over Prevention › Warnings — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 20,000 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 2025 Kia Carnival complaints

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

Unknown or Other · reported Nov 5, 2026
I was driving about 65 mph down the highway with my 3 children and husband in the car when out of nowhere my front sunroof EXPLODES. It sounded like a gunshot and was absolutely terrifying for my entire family. I went back and forth with Kia (dealership and service advisors acknowledged this is a known occurrence/recall for KIAs) however, after multiple attempts of a goodwill replacement, I was continuously denied.
Electrical System · reported Oct 1, 2026
The battery is draining due to external things but it’s not attached to anything and now all screens in the car flash on and off and go black including speedometer
Electrical System · reported Oct 1, 2026
"UPDATE TO EXISTING COMPLAINT NHTSA ID 11747231 LCD CENTER DISPLAY / BACKUP CAMERA FAILURE UPDATE TO NHTSA COMPLAINT ID 11747231 I am submitting an update regarding the same unresolved safety defect reported in NHTSA Complaint ID 11747231 involving my 2025 Kia Carnival SX. Mileage when the problem start approximately 8k miles. The vehicle has now undergone five repair attempts for the same recurring LCD/display failure. Repairs have included replacement of the LCD/display, replacement of the radio/head unit, work involving coaxial connections, and most recently repair of what the dealership…
Tires · reported Sep 11, 2026
On August 31, 2026, while traveling eastbound on I-14/US-190 in Killeen, Texas toward Temple, an original factory-installed Continental CrossContact RX 235/55 R19 101H tire on a 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid suffered a major failure at approximately 28,975 vehicle miles. A toddler was a passenger in the vehicle. Prior to the failure, there was an unusual tire noise, followed by a much louder noise and the smell of burning rubber as the tire came apart. There were no known tire-pressure warnings or other warning messages before the failure. Fortunately, the driver was able to maintain control of the…
Fuel System, Gasoline · at 6,000 miles · reported Sep 11, 2026
The contact owns a 2025 Kia Carnival. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a strong fuel odor inside the vehicle. The contact's minor children were unable to ride in the vehicle due to the odor. Several dealers were contacted and made aware of the failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer was contacted by the dealer and made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 6,000.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2025 Kia Carnival have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2025 Kia Carnival: 26V-232 (fuel system, gasoline). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2025 Kia Carnival?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (85 reports), followed by unknown or other (21). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 20,000 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.