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2023 Kia Carnival

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

5

4 current

Combined

10.6L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$3,286

20,000 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

Fuel System

Transport Canada recall 2026186 · manufacturer campaign RC225

10 April 2026

Transport Canada lists: Carnival 2022–2025

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the nuts for the crossover fuel pipe may not have been properly tightened. As a result, fuel could leak.

Why it matters

A fuel leak can create the risk of a fire.

What the dealer will do

Kia will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and tighten the nuts or replace the high-pressure crossover fuel pipe, as necessary.

17,873 vehicles affected in CanadaMinivanSafety Mfr

Structure

Transport Canada recall 2024023 · manufacturer campaign RC196

19 January 2024

Transport Canada lists: Carnival 2022–2024

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the roof trim may not be properly attached. As a result, the roof trim could loosen and separate from the vehicle.

Why it matters

Roof trim that detaches from the vehicle could create a road hazard for others and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Kia will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, secure or replace the roof trim.

3,892 vehicles affected in CanadaMinivanSafety Mfr

Structure

Transport Canada recall 2023182 · manufacturer campaign RC179

29 March 2023

Transport Canada lists: Carnival 2022–2023

What is wrong

In certain situations, the power sliding door may not stop and reverse if it is blocked.

Why it matters

A power sliding door that doesn't stop when it is blocked could pinch a person and create a risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

Kia will notify owners by mail and instruct you to bring your vehicle to a dealership to update the power sliding door control module software. The update will add two (2) warning chimes when the power sliding door begins to open or close, and change the door speed to move more slowly before the door latches.

5,823 vehicles affected in CanadaMinivanSafety Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2023149 · manufacturer campaign RC178

17 March 2023

Transport Canada lists: Carnival 2022–2023

What is wrong

Certain vehicles may be equipped with a 4-pin accessory trailer wiring harness kit that could fail. Over time, this could result in a short circuit that can cause the control module to overheat. Note: This recall only affects Kia Genuine 4-pin tow hitch wiring harness kits with the part number R0F67AC200. These kits may have been ordered at the time of a vehicle purchase or purchased separately from a dealer as an aftermarket accessory.

Why it matters

A short circuit can create a fire risk, even while the vehicle is parked and turned off.

What the dealer will do

Kia will notify owners by mail and instruct you to bring your vehicle to a dealership to inspect the vehicle for a trailer wiring harness kit. If necessary, the dealer will install a 15A fuse and a wire extension kit. Kia advises that if your vehicle has a tow hitch harness installed, you should park it outdoors, and away from other vehicles or structures until the recall repairs have been completed.

853 vehicles affected in CanadaMinivanSafety Mfr

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Minivan
In its class
More efficient than 13% of 8 2023 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
252 g/km

Set your own distance and pump price · Full efficiency ranking

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Common questions

Does the 2023 Kia Carnival have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 5 recalls on record for the 2023 Kia Carnival. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2023 Kia Carnival get?
NRCan rates the 2023 Kia Carnival at 10.6 L/100 km combined, emitting 252 g of CO2 per kilometre.
What does it cost to run a 2023 Kia Carnival for a year?
At 20,000 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $3,286 in fuel, producing roughly 4,897 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.