2024 KIA Carnival problems
Owners have filed 102 complaints about the 2024 KIA Carnival with NHTSA. Electrical system accounts for 16.7% of them, the clear leader, ahead of engine at 7.8%. A further 25.5% were filed without a specific system named.
Complaints102
Crashes3
Fires0
Injuries15
Deaths0
What owners report breaking
Unknown or other 25.5% · 26
Electrical system 16.7% · 17
Engine 7.8% · 8
Seats 6.9% · 7
Steering 6.9% · 7
Fuel/propulsion system 5.9% · 6
Structure 5.9% · 6
Air bags 2.9% · 3
Severity
Of those complaints, 3 describe a crash and 15 report an injury.
Reading the numbers
Across the 3 model years of the KIA Carnival in this data, 2024 ranks 3rd by complaint volume; 2022 draws the most.
Filings are rising, 85 in the last three years against 17 in the three before. For a vehicle this age that usually points to a wear-related failure owners are hitting now.
The median odometer reading at the time of complaint was 3,500 miles.
In owners' own words
A/C system on my 2024 Kia Carnival failed twice within weeks. First at 60,100 miles, repaired at dealership for $398. Then again shortly after, leaving vehicle undrivable in summer heat. Kia has done nothing despite having a case number (#25267950). This is a recurring failure that affects safety and comfort during high-temperature seasons. I believe this is a manufacturer defect and request a formal investigation. Electrical system
Horn not working. Second time less than 1 year old. First time dealer said it was blown fuse. There are 2 fuses associated with horn shown on diagram. I tested continuity on both and they are good. I believe there is a deeper electrical system issue with this vehicle. Quick forum search indicates this could be a widespread issue. Electrical system
Leakage on power steering column, steering little bit hard to handle and some issues while driving at straight line highway,. Heated area, second row seat underneath flooring, electrical issue about seat concerned! Electrical system
Verbatim from NHTSA filings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
Safety recalls
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