NHTSA recall 23V236000
Power Sliding Door May Close on Occupant
- Vehicles affected
- 51,568
- Completion rate
- 87.91%
- Remedy
- Dealer visit
- Component
- STRUCTURE
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.
Issue
A power sliding door that does not auto-reverse can close on an occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
Consequence Summary
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.
Internal ID: 23V236000 · Updated October 15, 2026

