Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 25 | — | 1 | Electrical | Limited data |
| 2025 | 69 | — | — | Acceleration | Limited data |
* Complaints compared with the median Carnival Hybrid year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Most common Kia Carnival Hybrid problems
Latest Kia Carnival Hybrid recalls
Electrical system › Instrument cluster/panel
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 Kia K4, 2025-2026 Sorento, Sorento Hybrid, Sorento Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), 2026 Sportage, Sportage Hybrid, Sportage PHEV, K5, EV9, Carnival, and Carnival Hybrid vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail.
Remedy: The instrument panel display software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 26, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What years of the Kia Carnival Hybrid should you avoid?
None of the Kia Carnival Hybrid years has an unusually high number of complaints compared with the others at the same age.
What are the most common Kia Carnival Hybrid problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the electrical system (37), speed control & acceleration (32) and engine & cooling (27). Electrical complaints peak in the 2025 model year.
How many recalls has the Kia Carnival Hybrid had?
1 recall across 2025–2026. The model year with the most is 2026.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.