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Buying a used 2023 Kia Carnival? Check these 4 recalls first
Compared with 2022, the list is shorter: the tow hitch wiring short and burn recall, which carries a park-outside advisory, and the fuel line connection leak remain, along with two lower-severity items — sliding doors that may not auto-reverse and roof trim that can fall off. The separate fuel rail tube and door-latch recalls from 2022 do not apply. NHTSA holds 50 unverified owner complaints, no fires, 7 injuries, mostly under structure and unspecified categories.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Confirm the fuel line connection recall was completed at a dealer
- Ask whether a tow hitch is fitted and whether the wiring recall applies to this VIN
- Test the sliding doors for auto-reverse and inspect the roof trim for loose or missing sections
- Open recalls are repaired free at any Kia dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2023 Kia Carnival
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Kia Carnival tow hitch wiring can short and burn · park outside | Trailer Hitches | critical |
| Kia Carnival Fuel Line Connection Can Leak Gasoline | Fuel System, Gasoline | critical |
| Kia Carnival power sliding doors may not auto-reverse | Structure | medium |
| Kia Sportage and Carnival Roof Trim May Fall Off | Structure | medium |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
50 complaints filed for this model year, including 1 mentioning a crash, 0 a fire and 7 injuries. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 12 | Yes |
| Electrical System | 6 | None found |
| Engine | 5 | None found |
| Fuel System | 4 | Yes |
| Latches And Locks | 2 | None found |