6 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - TRAILER HITCHES
Posted on: 2023-03-20
Description
Kia america, inc. (kia) is recalling certain 2022-2023 carnival vehicles equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a kia dealership. Water accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (pcb) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.
Consequence
A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and verify whether the vehicle is equipped with a genuine kia accessory trailer tow hitch assembly. If equipped, dealers will install a new fuse and wire extension kit. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed may 16, 2023. Owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is sc265.
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.
DEFECT #2 - STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Posted on: 2023-04-03
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.
Consequence
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.
DEFECT #3 - STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Posted on: 2023-04-03
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.
Consequence
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.
DEFECT #4 - STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Posted on: 2023-04-03
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.
Consequence
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.
DEFECT #5 - TRAILER HITCHES
Posted on: 2023-03-20
Description
Kia america, inc. (kia) is recalling certain 2022-2023 carnival vehicles equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a kia dealership. Water accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (pcb) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.
Consequence
A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and verify whether the vehicle is equipped with a genuine kia accessory trailer tow hitch assembly. If equipped, dealers will install a new fuse and wire extension kit. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed may 16, 2023. Owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is sc265.
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.
DEFECT #6 - TRAILER HITCHES
Posted on: 2023-03-20
Description
Kia america, inc. (kia) is recalling certain 2022-2023 carnival vehicles equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a kia dealership. Water accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (pcb) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.
Consequence
A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and verify whether the vehicle is equipped with a genuine kia accessory trailer tow hitch assembly. If equipped, dealers will install a new fuse and wire extension kit. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed may 16, 2023. Owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is sc265.
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.