KnownCarProblems2024 Kia Carnival Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 75 complaints with NHTSA about the 2024 Kia Carnival, most often about the other or unspecified (35% of complaints). It is the 3rd most complained-about Carnival model year since 2000 and has 2 recalls.
Most common 2024 Kia Carnival problems
Other or unspecified
26 complaints · 35%Electrical
17 complaints · 23%Engine
9 complaints · 12%The contact owns a 2024 Kia Carnival. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle failed to properly accelerate while depressing the accelerator pedal. The vehicle was shuddering and vibrating while attempting to accelerate with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed…
The contact owns a 2024 Kia Carnival. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle jerked violently and experienced a loss of motive power, with reduced power. Several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired because the…
Steering
7 complaints · 9%The contact owns a 2024 Kia Carnival. The contact stated that oil and grease were leaking from the steering column onto the floorboard mats. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that there was an excessive grease leak. The vehicle was cleaned and…
Fuel system
7 complaints · 9%Seats
6 complaints · 8%Parts named most often: front assembly.
Body and structure
6 complaints · 8%Parts named most often: body.
The contact owns a 2024 Kia Carnival. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 24v025000 (structure). The contact stated that the driver's side roof molding was detaching, and the contact attempted to secure the molding in place several times. The dealer was contacted to schedule an appointment for…
Visibility and wipers
3 complaints · 4%
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2024 Kia Carnival recalls
Fuel system: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk: A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
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.
Full defect summary
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.
Body and structure: roof and pillars
Risk: A detached roof molding can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
Kia america, inc. (kia) is recalling certain 2023-2024 sportage and 2022-2024 carnival vehicles. The roof molding may loosen and detach.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2024 Kia Carnival
- What are the most common problems with the 2024 Kia Carnival?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: other or unspecified (26 complaints); electrical (17 complaints); engine (9 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2024 Kia Carnival have?
- 2 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from April 10, 2026 (fuel system). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2024 a bad year for the Kia Carnival?
- It is the 3rd most complained-about Carnival model year since 2000, with 75 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.