Recalls For 2022 KIA CARNIVAL
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Recall #1 Issued: 2021 04 21 - Camp #20210421
This 2022 KIA CARNIVAL recall affects the FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL Manufactured by Kia Motors America
Description Of Defect
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 Carnival vehicles. The plastic fuel rail tube may have been damaged.
Conseqence Of Defect
A damaged fuel rail tube may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
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.
Additional Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall #2 Issued: 2021 11 19 - Camp #20211119
This 2022 KIA CARNIVAL recall affects the LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:ELECTRONIC LOCK/LATCH ACTUATOR Manufactured by Kia Motors America
Description Of Defect
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.
Conseqence Of Defect
A power sliding door that fails to latch may open while moving, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
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.
Additional Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Recall #3 Issued: 2021 11 19 - Camp #20211119
This 2022 KIA CARNIVAL recall affects the STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR Manufactured by Kia Motors America
Description Of Defect
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.
Conseqence Of Defect
A power sliding door that fails to latch may open while moving, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
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.
Additional Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Recall #4 Issued: 2023 03 17 - Camp #20230317
This 2022 KIA CARNIVAL recall affects the TRAILER HITCHES Manufactured by Kia America, Inc.
Description Of Defect
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.
Conseqence Of Defect
A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
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.
Additional Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Recall #5 Issued: 2023 03 31 - Camp #20230331
This 2022 KIA CARNIVAL recall affects the STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR Manufactured by Kia America, Inc.
Description Of Defect
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.
Conseqence Of Defect
A power sliding door that does not auto-reverse can close on an occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
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.
Additional Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Recall #6 Issued: 2023 03 31 - Camp #20230331
This 2022 KIA CARNIVAL recall affects the STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR Manufactured by Kia America, Inc.
Description Of Defect
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.
Conseqence Of Defect
A power sliding door that does not auto-reverse can close on an occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
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.
Additional Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Recall #7 Issued: 2023 03 31 - Camp #20230331
This 2022 KIA CARNIVAL recall affects the STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR Manufactured by Kia America, Inc.
Description Of Defect
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.
Conseqence Of Defect
A power sliding door that does not auto-reverse can close on an occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
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.
Additional Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Recall #8 Issued: 2024 01 18 - Camp #20240118
This 2022 KIA CARNIVAL recall affects the STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS Manufactured by Kia America, Inc.
Description Of Defect
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Sportage and 2022-2024 Carnival vehicles. The roof molding may loosen and detach.
Conseqence Of Defect
A detached roof molding can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
Additional Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Recall #9 Issued: 2024 01 18 - Camp #20240118
This 2022 KIA CARNIVAL recall affects the STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS Manufactured by Kia America, Inc.
Description Of Defect
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Sportage and 2022-2024 Carnival vehicles. The roof molding may loosen and detach.
Conseqence Of Defect
A detached roof molding can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
Additional Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
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