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KNDNC5K31T6506741
Basic Information
Vehicle Make
KIA
Vehicle Model
Carnival
Vehicle Trim
EX
Additional Information
Error Code
1
Error Text
1 - Check Digit (9th position) does not calculate properly
Vehicle Descriptor
KNDNC5K3*T6
Manufacturer Name
KIA CORPORATION
Model Year
2026
Plant City
GWANGMYEONG
Vehicle Type
MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
Plant Country
SOUTH KOREA
Plant Company Name
AutoLand
Plant State
GYEONGGI PROVINCE
Series2
Wagon Body Style
Body Class
Minivan
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating From
Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating To
Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg)
Drive Type
4x2
Displacement (CC)
3500.0
Displacement (CI)
213.58310433156
Displacement (L)
3.5
Engine Model
GDI LAMDA III
Fuel Type - Primary
Gasoline
Valve Train Design
Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC)
Seat Belt Type
Manual
Other Restraint System Info
Seat Belt: All Positions, FR: CTR Side Airbag
Curtain Air Bag Locations
1st and 2nd and 3rd Rows
Front Air Bag Locations
1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Knee Air Bag Locations
Driver Seat Only
Side Air Bag Locations
1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Standard
VIN Breakdown
KND
World Manufacturer Identifier
NC5K3
Vehicle Descriptor Section
1
Check Digit
T6506741
Vehicle Identifier Section
NHTSA Safety Rating
Overall Rating
N/A
Frontal Crash
★★★★☆ 4/5
Side Crash
N/A
Rollover
★★★★☆ 4/5
Data Source
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) crash test program
EPA Fuel Economy
City
18 MPG
Highway
25 MPG
Combined
21 MPG
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,850
CO2 Emissions
428.0 g/mi
Fuel Type
Regular
Safety Recalls (2 Found)
Total Recalls
2
Vehicle
2026 KIA Carnival
Source
NHTSA Database
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. As suc...
Consequence:
An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer, tire pressure, or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
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. Owners may contact Kia Cus
Campaign: 26V046000
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
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.
Consequence:
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 are expected to be mailed June 2, 2026. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1
Campaign: 26V232000
Owner Complaints (15)
Total Complaints
15
Crashes Reported
0
Injuries Reported
0
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
"The car now auto locks on the vehicle upon exit, even with key fobs in the car. The first few months I had the car this did not happen. I left me keys and phone in the car. I turned vehicle off, exited the vehicle and walked around to get my daught..."
ODI #11731247
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SEATS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
"2026 Kia Carnival MPV Hybrid SX Prestige(Exterior: Astra Blue Interior: Tuscan Umber / Off-Black) purchased December 2025. Two separate safety-related defects have gone unresolved for 31+ cumulative days across two dealer repair visits. DEFECT 1 — IN..."
ODI #11728640
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