Kia Carnival NHTSA Safety Ratings
NHTSA gives the 2024 Kia Carnival an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with 4 stars in the frontal crash test and 4 stars for rollover resistance.
Latest model year (2027):
NHTSA rates the Kia Carnival at 5 ★ overall, 4 ★ frontal crash, 5 ★ side crash and 4 ★ rollover.
Kia Carnival Safety — All Years
| Year | Variant | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2024 Kia Carnival PV Later Release FWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | 2024 Kia Carnival PV FWD | — | — | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 2 | 66 |
Crash-test star ratings sourced from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Ratings apply to the tested body style and can differ between trims and drivetrain layouts.
Kia Carnival Safety FAQ
Is the Kia Carnival a safe car?
NHTSA gives the Kia Carnival an overall crash rating of 5 out of 5 stars, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test and 5 stars in the side crash test. Ratings are per body style and model year — check the table above for yours.
What is the rollover rating of the Kia Carnival?
The Kia Carnival scores 4 out of 5 stars for rollover resistance, with a calculated rollover risk of about 14.0%. Taller vehicles typically score lower here than sedans.
Does the Kia Carnival have driver assistance features?
NHTSA records the tested Kia Carnival as having electronic stability control, without forward collision warning and with lane departure warning. Availability varies by trim and package.