NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2022 Kia Carnival Safety Record
The 2022 Kia Carnival has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 6 recalls and 130 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2022 Kia Carnival has not undergone federal crash testing; therefore, no NHTSA star ratings or Safety Index score are available for this model year. However, the vehicle's administrative safety record is substantial. Six recall campaigns have been issued, a notable figure, including one critical "park outside" advisory linked to a tow hitch harness fire risk. This is further compounded by 130 owner complaints filed with the agency. This data provides no crash-safety assessment, but it does highlight an active recall and complaint history that consumers should review thoroughly.
The 2022 Kia Carnival was not crash-tested by NHTSA and carries a Heavy recall and complaint burden band based on six recall campaigns and 130 reported complaints, according to NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Heavy |
| Recalls on file | 6 (includes park-outside) |
| Owner complaints | 130 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 Kia Carnival?
The 2022 Carnival's safety record is notably impacted by a "park-outside" advisory for one of its six recalls. This specific tow hitch harness recall, addressing a potential fire hazard, is the most serious safety concern for the model year, prompting regulators to advise owners against garaging the vehicle until the repair is completed. Further compounding the record are 130 owner complaints, a significant volume for a minivan of this model year. Two separate recalls targeting the power sliding doors the auto-reverse feature and the remote latch actuator indicate a recurring issue within the door system for this particular year. An additional recall concerning structural roof molding broadens the scope of safety concerns. While future model years have received Safety Index scores 81 for 2024, 79 for 2025, and 77 for 2026 these figures are not applicable to the 2022 Carnival.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 Kia Carnival have any recalls?
The 2022 Carnival's six recall campaigns span fuel system delivery lines and fittings, roof molding detachment, power sliding door auto-reverse failure, electronic lock and latch actuator problems on the passenger-side power sliding door, and structure and body door concerns. One campaign, covering vehicles equipped with a factory tow hitch harness, carries a park-outside designation because of fire risk. That park-outside campaign is the most operationally urgent item in this recall record.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS26V232000
Risk: A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: 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.
Reported 2026-04-10
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS24V025000
Risk: A detached roof molding can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
Reported 2024-01-18
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR23V236000
Risk: A power sliding door that does not auto-reverse can close on an occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: 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.
Reported 2023-03-31
TRAILER HITCHES23V179000
Risk: A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: 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 ma
Reported 2023-03-17
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:ELECTRONIC LOCK/LATCH ACTUATOR21V908000
Risk: A power sliding door that fails to latch may open while moving, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: 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.
Reported 2021-11-19
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL21V277000
Risk: A damaged fuel rail tube may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: 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.
Reported 2021-04-21
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2022 Kia Carnival?
NHTSA has received 130 unverified owner complaints for the 2022 Carnival. The most frequently alleged problem areas are Unknown or Other issues (33 reports), Structure (31), Electrical System (22), Engine (16), Fuel and Propulsion System (13), and Visibility and Wipers (11). These are unverified consumer allegations, not confirmed defects, and include reports of 34 alleged injuries across the full complaint set.
130 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2022 Kia Carnival?
Any used 2022 Carnival should have its VIN run through NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov before purchase to confirm whether any of the six recall campaigns, especially the park-outside tow hitch harness campaign, remain open and unrepaired on that specific vehicle.
- The 2022 Carnival has a park-outside recall tied to the factory tow hitch harness due to fire risk, meaning owners with that equipment should verify repair status immediately through NHTSA's VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov.
- Two separate recall campaigns address the power sliding doors on this specific model year, one covering the auto-reverse feature and one covering the passenger-side remote latch actuator, a pattern that is specific to the 2022 production run.
- A fuel system recall covering 2022 through 2026 Carnival vehicles addresses a potential fuel leak at a pipe connection, making VIN-level verification of repair status essential for any 2022 example still in service.
- NHTSA received 130 unverified complaints for the 2022 Carnival, with structure and electrical system among the most frequently alleged problem areas, and the most recent complaint report was filed as recently as mid-2026, indicating active ongoing reporting.
RANKINGSWhere the 2022 Kia Carnival places
The 2022 Kia Carnival qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2022 Kia Carnival safety questions
Was the 2022 Kia Carnival crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 6 recalls and 130 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2022 Kia Carnival have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 6 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2022 Kia Carnival, including a park-outside or do-not-drive campaign, which is the most serious class of recall. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 Kia Carnival?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 130 owner complaints are on file for the 2022 Kia Carnival. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Kia Carnival 2022.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.