NHTSA Recall 21V908000: Electronic lock/latch actuator (latches/locks/linkages) and door (structure)
Kia Motors America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,956 vehicles. It affects 2022 Kia Carnival.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V908000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SC221 |
| Components | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES › ELECTRONIC LOCK/LATCH ACTUATOR; STRUCTURE › BODY › DOOR |
| Report received | November 19, 2021 |
| Owner notification | December 16, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 Carnival vehicles. The remote controller assembly for the passenger-side power sliding door may malfunction, preventing the passenger-side sliding door from securely latching.
Safety risk
A power sliding door that fails to latch may open while moving, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the passenger-side power sliding door release actuator's drum and holder inside the remote controller assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC221.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V908000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kia Carnival | 2022 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.