Kia America, Inc. is recalling all 2022 and certain 2023 Carnival vehicles
— Recall Campaign #23V236000
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.
The recall was influenced by the Office of Defects Investigation with about 51,568 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
23V236000
| Manufacturer: | Kia America, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | March 31, 2023 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 23V236000 |
| Units affected: | 51,568 |
- Description:
- 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.
- Consequeces:
- A power sliding door that does not auto-reverse can close on an occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
- Corrective action:
- Dealers will update the power sliding door control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC266.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.