2022 Kia Carnival Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2022 Kia Carnival.
Worst 2022 Kia Carnival Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Body Structure
Electrical Faults
Engine Problems
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2022 Kia Carnival.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body Structure | 19 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 18 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 16 | — | — | 7,072 mi | |
| Fuel System | 11 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Door | 11 | — | — | 780 mi | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 11 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 7 | — | — | 1,872 mi | |
| Visibility:Windshield | 6 | — | — | 20,000 mi | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Side/Rear Glass | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Airbags | 2 | 2 | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Horn | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch:Emergency Mechanical Release | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Instrument Cluster | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Back Up Lights:Bulbs | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward-Collision Avoidance Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Lock | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Fueling/Charging Door/Hatch/Port:Latch/Lock Release System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Brakes | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2022 Kia Carnival
6 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~302,904 vehicles.
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.
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Sportage and 2022-2024 Carnival vehicles. The roof molding may loosen and detach.
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.
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.
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.
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 Carnival vehicles. The plastic fuel rail tube may have been damaged.
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2022 Kia Carnival — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2022 Kia Carnival reliable?
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Does the 2022 Kia Carnival have any recalls?
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Kia Carnival reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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