NHTSA Recall 23V236000
Filed by Kia America, Inc.. Component: Structure. Reported 2023-03-31. An estimated 51,568 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
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.
Risk
A power sliding door that does not auto-reverse can close on an occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
What the manufacturer will do
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.
Manufacturer campaign number: 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.