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2025 Kia Carnival

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

Recalls

1

Do not drive / park outside

0

Overall crash rating

Not rated

Owner complaints

126

Other years:20262025202420232022

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 electrical system

    84 of 126 complaints to NHTSA mention it. Worth a look in a pre-purchase inspection.

1 recall

  • NHTSA 26V232000 · Apr 11, 2026

    fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

    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.

    The risk
    A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
    The 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.

Crash test ratings

  • 2025 Kia Carnival PV FWD

    Overall
    Not rated
    Frontal
    Side
    Not rated
    Rollover

    Rollover risk in a single-vehicle crash: 14%

  • 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

126 complaints to NHTSA, 5 injuries.

  • Electrical system84
  • Unknown or other20
  • Engine15
  • Fuel/propulsion system8
  • Exterior lighting5
  • Power train5
  • Seats4
  • Structure4

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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.