2025 Kia Carnival HEV

Recalls, crash ratings and owner complaints from NHTSA, and what they mean when you buy or insure one.

Recalls

0

Do not drive / park outside

0

Overall crash rating

Not rated

Owner complaints

70

Things to consider when insuring one

  • Driver-assist sensors come standard

    They can help avoid crashes, but a windshield or bumper repair often needs the cameras and radar recalibrated, which costs more. Check what your comprehensive and collision deductibles would mean for a glass claim.

  • Most owner complaints are about the vehicle speed control

    28 of 70 complaints to NHTSA mention it. Worth a look in a pre-purchase inspection.

Recalls

NHTSA has no recalls on record for the 2025 Kia Carnival HEV. A specific car can still have work outstanding from its seller, so check its VIN before you buy.

Crash test ratings

  • 2025 Kia Carnival HEV PV FWD

    Overall
    Not rated
    Frontal
    Side
    Not rated
    Rollover

    Rollover risk in a single-vehicle crash: 14%

What owners report

70 complaints to NHTSA, 3 involving a crash, 1 a fire, 10 injuries.

  • Vehicle speed control28
  • Electrical system24
  • Engine21
  • Power train16
  • Fuel/propulsion system11
  • Unknown or other9
  • Service brakes4
  • Air bags2

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Recalls, crash ratings and owner complaints are from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), last checked Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are owners’ reports and aren’t verified by NHTSA. This page is general information, not advice about a specific vehicle or policy.