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Kia Carnival Recall 26V232: Fuel Leak at Pipe Connection Can Raise Fire Risk

NHTSA campaign 26V232, reported April 10, 2026, 141,032 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2022 through 2026 Kia Carnival vehicles may have a fuel leak at the connection between the fuel pipe and the fuel rail. Fuel leaking from this connection increases the risk of a fire.

Authorized Kia dealers will inspect the connection and tighten it, or replace the fuel pipe if necessary, at no cost to owners. Owner notification letters were mailed June 2, 2026. You can contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542 and reference recall number SC368. Vehicle identification numbers involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov starting April 24, 2026, so you can check whether your vehicle is affected.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 26V232Kia America, Inc.
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Problem
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.
Risk
A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 2, 2026. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC368. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 24, 2026.

Affected vehicles

Kia Carnival20222023202420252026