Model year
2027 Kia Carnival
NHTSA's recall, complaint, and investigation files do not have a make and model name matched to the 2027 Kia Carnival (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The files may list it under a different name. NHTSA rated 2 variants 5 stars overall. EPA rates it 21–33 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $2,050–$3,200, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2022 136 complaints
- 2023 52 complaints
- 2024 75 complaints
- 2025 126 complaints
- 2026 28 complaints
- 2027 0 complaints
NHTSA's files do not have a make and model name matched to this EPA model year. Counts below are not filled in from a different vehicle. EPA figures for this name are still listed.
Matched NHTSA names
The EPA model name is not itself a name in the NHTSA file for 2027. The counts in the answer are the sum of the names below. Overlap between those names is not removed.
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Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HYBRID PV HEV FWD | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · possibility 0.14 | NHTSA photo |
| PV ICE FWD | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · possibility 0.14 | NHTSA photo |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carnival · 3.5L · Automatic (S8) · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 18 | 26 | 21 | — | — | $3,200 |
| Carnival Hybrid · 1.6L · Automatic (AM-S6) · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline · Hybrid | 34 | 32 | 33 | — | — | $2,050 |
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Check a vehicle
This page is not a VIN lookup. NHTSA's recall tool checks a specific vehicle: nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's page for this model year is 2027 Kia Carnival at NHTSA. Complaint narratives stay on NHTSA's site and are not copied here.