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NHTSA Recall 26V232000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (fuel system)

Kia America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 141,032 vehicles. It affects 2022–2026 Kia Carnival.

141,032
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2026
owners notified (June 2)
NHTSA campaign26V232000
Manufacturer campaignSC368
ComponentFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Report receivedApril 10, 2026
Owner notificationJune 2, 2026
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

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.

Safety 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.

Vehicles covered by recall 26V232000

Make and modelModel years
Kia Carnival2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026

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.