2025 Kia Carnival: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2025 Kia Carnival: 1 recall, 126 owner complaints and up to 21 mpg combined.
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Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #26V232000 · 2026 · 141,032 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 2, 2026.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 5 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (84): the most common themes are electrical failure (65), stalls / loses power (22), door / lock issues (13).
- Other / unknown (20): the most common themes are electrical failure (6), warning light on (4).
- Engine (15): the most common themes are warning light on (6), electrical failure (4), stalls / loses power (3).
- Fuel & propulsion (8): the most common themes are warning light on (3), leaks (3), fire / smoke (3).
The 2025 Kia Carnival has 126 owner complaints, ranking #2 of 5 Carnival model years for complaints (1.5× the average Carnival year). Complaints peaked in 2024 (55 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 0 years old, at a median of 13,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2024 (75 complaints, 2 recalls), 2026 (26 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 26 | 21 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2025 Kia Carnival have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2025 Kia Carnival. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2025 Kia Carnival problems?
Owners have filed 126 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (84), other / unknown (20), engine (15).
What gas mileage does the 2025 Kia Carnival get?
EPA ratings run up to 21 mpg combined (3.5 L, Automatic (S8)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2025 Kia Carnival repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.