Active Safety RecallKia SC265NHTSA 23V-179Park Outside
Kia Carnival Power Loss Recall Power Loss Recall · 2022–2023
Kia has issued 1 power loss safety recall covering certain 2022–2023 Carnival vehicles. Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Carnival vehicles equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Kia dealership. Water accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire. The fix is free. Here’s exactly who’s affected and what to do.
NHTSA 23V-179Carnival · 2022–2023
Park OutsideAdvisory on this campaign
$0 · Free RepairParts and labor, any Kia dealer
Am I Affected?
Three quick checks — any one of them is reason to run your VIN above.
Check 1 · Model Year
You drive a 2022–2023 Carnival
Model years 2022–2023 are covered by these campaigns. Other Carnival model years are not part of this recall — see the Carnival recall hub.
Check 2 · Campaign Count
1 open NHTSA campaign
This page covers NHTSA 23V-179 — every campaign Kia and NHTSA have filed for this power loss issue on Carnival. Run the VIN checker above to see exactly which apply to your vehicle.
Check 3 · Advisory
Park outside or don’t drive
Kia advises Park Outside until repaired to these specific campaigns. Run your VIN above to confirm your vehicle’s exact status and schedule the free repair.
What Happened — and How It’s Fixed
NHTSA 23V-179 (Kia SC265)17/03/2023
Trailer Hitches
What happened: Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Carnival vehicles equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Kia dealership. Water accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.
The risk: A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
The free fix: Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and verify whether the vehicle is equipped with a Genuine Kia accessory trailer tow hitch assembly. If equipped, dealers will install a new fuse and wire extension kit. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 16, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC265.
What To Do — Four Simple Steps
Run your VIN
Use the checker above (or nhtsa.gov/recalls) to confirm which of NHTSA 23V-179 apply to your exact vehicle.
Schedule the free repair
Book online or call . Mention SC265 — we’ll confirm parts before your visit.
One-visit fix
Recall repairs are typically completed same-day once parts are confirmed. Pair it with maintenance if you like — recall labor is free either way.
Keep the paperwork
We provide written proof of completion — useful at resale, since buyers check NHTSA for open recalls.
Power Loss Recall FAQs
Is it safe to drive my Carnival before the power loss recall repair?⌄
Kia advises parking outside (away from structures) until repaired for at least one of these campaigns (23V-179). Schedule the free repair as soon as possible.
Which vehicles are affected?⌄
Certain 2022–2023 Kia Carnival vehicles, depending on the specific campaign (NHTSA 23V-179). Run your VIN above to confirm your exact vehicle.
What does the repair cost?⌄
Nothing. By federal law, safety recall repairs are free — parts and labor — at any authorized Kia dealer, for the life of the vehicle, regardless of where it was purchased or how many owners it’s had.
I’m buying a used Carnival. Should I worry about these recalls?⌄
No — just verify. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls: if NHTSA 23V-179 is open, any Kia dealer (including us) closes it free before or after your purchase. A completed recall has no effect on the vehicle’s safety or value.
Verified as of 2026-07-15 against NHTSA. Source: NHTSA 23V-179.