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2026 Kia Carnival

Owners have filed 44 complaints with NHTSA about the 2026 Kia Carnival. Electrical system is the most reported problem area, at 18% of complaints. Next are drivetrain & axles (9%) and backover prevention (7%).

At a glance

Complaints
44 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Electrical system 18% of complaints
Recalls
2
Fuel economy
21 MPG combined

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA

Problems owners report

Owners have filed 44 complaints with NHTSA about the 2026 Kia Carnival. Electrical system is the most reported problem area, at 18% of complaints. Next are drivetrain & axles (9%) and backover prevention (7%).

  • Electrical system 18%
  • Drivetrain & axles 9%
  • Backover prevention 7%
  • Cruise control 7%
  • Body & structure 7%

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2026 Kia Carnival

Recalls

The 2026 Kia Carnival is affected by 2 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.

All 2 recall campaigns for the 2026 Kia Carnival

Fuel economy

The EPA rates the 2026 Kia Carnival at 21 MPG combined (18 city / 25 highway).

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

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