Kia Telluride Recalls

NHTSA has issued 19 safety recalls for the Kia Telluride, covering model years 2020 through 2027. Seat faults account for 3 of them, more than any other part of the vehicle. The 2022 model year has the most, with 7 separate campaigns against it. The largest single recall covered 462,869 vehicles. The most recent was reported to NHTSA on July 2, 2026.

Urgent safety advisory on the Kia Telluride

3 recalls below tell owners to park outside and away from buildings, because the vehicle can catch fire while parked and switched off.

Check your own VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether these apply to your car.

Total recalls: 19
Model years affected: 7
Most recalled part: Seat
Latest recall: 2026

Kia Telluride recalls by model year

How many campaigns were issued against each model year. One recall often covers several years at once, so these add up to more than the 19 total.

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All Kia Telluride recalls

Each entry is an official NHTSA campaign, shown with the defect, consequence, and remedy exactly as the manufacturer reported them, newest first.

26V430000SeatReported July 2, 2026

NHTSA advises: park outside, away from buildingsAffected vehicles can catch fire even when parked and switched off. Keep the vehicle away from structures until it is repaired.

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST

Model years affected: 2020–2024

The problem

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Telluride vehicles. The front power seat motor may overheat due to a stuck power seat slide knob or an improper recall 24V407 repair, which can result in a fire while parked or driving.

What can happen

A fire increases the risk of injury.

The fix

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install an electronic fuse assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 13, 2026. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC374. This recall replaces NHTSA recall number 24V407. Vehicles already repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy completed. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning July 17, 2026.

Vehicles affected: 462,869
Maker's recall no.: SC374

Read campaign 26V430000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

26V356000Seat beltReported June 2, 2026

SEAT BELTS:FRONT

Model years affected: 2027

The problem

Kia America, Inc (Kia) is recalling certain 2027 Telluride and Telluride Hybrid vehicles. The driver seat belt emergency locking retractor may lock, causing the seat belt strap not to extend. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

What can happen

A seat belt strap that does not extend can fail to restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

Dealers will replace the seat belt assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 31, 2026. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning June 16, 2026.

Vehicles affected: 6,264
Maker's recall no.: SC372
Safety standard: FMVSS 209

Read campaign 26V356000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

26V135000Seat beltReported March 6, 2026

SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:ANCHORAGE

Model years affected: 2027

The problem

Kia America, Inc (Kia) is recalling certain 2027 Kia Telluride and 2026 Kia K4 vehicles. The rear center seat belt anchor buckle in the 2026 K4 and the third-row center seat belt anchor buckle in the 2027 Telluride may not latch properly.

What can happen

A seat belt buckle that is not latched properly can fail to restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the anchor buckle assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 5, 2026. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC364. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 20, 2026.

Vehicles affected: 14,870
Maker's recall no.: SC364
Owners notified: May 5, 2026

Read campaign 26V135000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

26V105000SeatReported February 23, 2026

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER

Model years affected: 2025

The problem

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 Telluride vehicles, equipped with power front seat(s). Due to a manufacturing error, the driver and passenger seat back frame assemblies may fail to properly restrain occupants in a crash.

What can happen

A seat back frame that fails to properly restrain an occupant during a crash increases the risk of injury.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the front seat back frame assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning April 24, 2026. Owners may contact Kia Customer Service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC362. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 9, 2026.

Vehicles affected: 85,515
Maker's recall no.: SC362
Owners notified: April 24, 2026

Read campaign 26V105000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

25V745000TireReported October 30, 2025

TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE

Model years affected: 2025

The problem

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 Telluride and 2026 Sorento vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with an incorrect spare tire which, when installed, can impair the anti-lock braking system (ABS) and the traction control system (TCS). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

What can happen

Anti-lock braking or traction control systems that do not function properly can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the spare wheel and tire assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 3, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC355. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 13, 2025.

Vehicles affected: 45
Maker's recall no.: SC355
Owners notified: December 3, 2025
Safety standard: FMVSS 110

Read campaign 25V745000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

25V494000StructureReported July 28, 2025

STRUCTURE:EXTERIOR TRIM

Model years affected: 2023–2025

The problem

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Telluride vehicles. The door belt molding trim can delaminate and detach from the vehicle.

What can happen

A detached trim piece can become a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the belt molding trim assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC347.

Vehicles affected: 201,149
Maker's recall no.: SC347
Owners notified: November 19, 2025

Read campaign 25V494000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

24V407000SeatReported June 5, 2024

NHTSA advises: park outside, away from buildingsAffected vehicles can catch fire even when parked and switched off. Keep the vehicle away from structures until it is repaired.

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST

Model years affected: 2020–2024

The problem

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Telluride vehicles. The front power seat motor may overheat due to a stuck power seat slide knob, which can result in a fire while parked or driving.

What can happen

A fire increases the risk of injury.

The fix

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install a bracket for the power seat switch back covers and replace the seat slide knobs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 30, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC316.

Vehicles affected: 462,869
Maker's recall no.: SC316
Owners notified: July 30, 2024

Read campaign 24V407000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

24V214000Power trainReported March 20, 2024

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

Model years affected: 2020–2024

The problem

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Telluride vehicles. The intermediate shaft and right front driveshaft may not be fully engaged, which can result in vehicle roll away while in PARK.

What can happen

A vehicle roll away increases the risk of a crash or injury.

The fix

Owners are advised to manually engage the emergency parking brake prior to exiting the vehicle until the recall remedy is performed. Dealers will update the electronic parking brake software and replace any damaged intermediate shafts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 15, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC303.

Vehicles affected: 427,407
Maker's recall no.: SC303
Owners notified: May 15, 2024

Read campaign 24V214000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

24V148000Exterior lightingReported February 26, 2024

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Model years affected: 2020

The problem

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2020 Telluride vehicles. The high beam headlights may fail.

What can happen

Inoperable high beam headlights may reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and repair or replace the high beam headlights, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 9, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC299.

Vehicles affected: 35,031
Maker's recall no.: SC299
Owners notified: August 9, 2024

Read campaign 24V148000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

24V077000Engine and coolingReported February 7, 2024

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL

Model years affected: 2024

The problem

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2024 Telluride vehicles. The engine valve springs may break while driving, which can result in a loss of drive power and possibly create a hole in the engine block.

What can happen

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. A hole in the engine block increases the risk of a fire.

The fix

Dealers will replace the engine sub-assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC296.

Vehicles affected: 2,872
Maker's recall no.: SC296
Owners notified: April 5, 2024

Read campaign 24V077000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

23V298000Electrical systemReported April 26, 2023

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Model years affected: 2023

The problem

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Sportage, Sportage Hybrid, Sportage Plug-in Hybrid, Niro Hybrid, Niro Plug-in Hybrid, Soul, and Telluride vehicles equipped with a digital instrument cluster containing a 4.2" LCD screen. The instrument cluster may fail to display any information when the vehicle is started. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 101, "Control and Displays," and 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."

What can happen

A blank instrument cluster display will not show critical information, such as tire pressure, warning messages, and warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 26, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC270.

Vehicles affected: 108,936
Maker's recall no.: SC270
Owners notified: May 26, 2023
Safety standard: FMVSS 101

Read campaign 23V298000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

23V035000AirbagReported January 29, 2023

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

Model years affected: 2023

The problem

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Telluride vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the wire harnesses for the second row seat side air bags may become damaged, causing them not to deploy in the event of a crash.

What can happen

Air bags that do not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace, or secure the air bag wire harnesses, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 28, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC262.

Vehicles affected: 31,943
Maker's recall no.: SC262
Owners notified: February 28, 2023

Read campaign 23V035000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

22V626000Trailer hitchReported August 15, 2022

NHTSA advises: park outside, away from buildingsAffected vehicles can catch fire even when parked and switched off. Keep the vehicle away from structures until it is repaired.

TRAILER HITCHES

Model years affected: 2020–2022

The problem

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Telluride vehicles potentially equipped with a Genuine Kia 4-pin tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Kia dealership. Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.

What can happen

A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

The fix

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install a new fuse and a wiring harness extension. Dealers will also inspect and replace the tow hitch harness assembly, as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 12, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC247.

Vehicles affected: 36,417
Maker's recall no.: SC247
Owners notified: April 12, 2023

Read campaign 22V626000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

22V509000TireReported July 19, 2022

TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE

Model years affected: 2022

The problem

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 Sorento and Telluride vehicles. The vehicles may be equipped with an incorrect spare tire which, when installed, can impair the anti-lock braking system (ABS) and the traction control system (TCS). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

What can happen

Impaired anti-lock braking or traction control systems can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the spare tire, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC244.

Vehicles affected: 8
Maker's recall no.: SC244
Owners notified: July 27, 2022
Safety standard: FMVSS 110

Read campaign 22V509000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

22V344000Electrical systemReported May 17, 2022

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Model years affected: 2022

The problem

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 Telluride vehicles. Excess adhesive in a circuit board within the instrument cluster may cause the instrument cluster display screen to be blank. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."

What can happen

A blank instrument cluster display screen will not show critical information, such as the odometer, which can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the instrument cluster assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC237.

Vehicles affected: 3,596
Maker's recall no.: SC237
Owners notified: July 15, 2022
Safety standard: FMVSS 101

Read campaign 22V344000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

21V577000Electrical systemReported July 28, 2021

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Model years affected: 2022

The problem

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 Telluride vehicles. The LCD display screen may remain blank after startup. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."

What can happen

A blank LCD display may be missing information, such as the digital speedometer, gear selection indicator, and odometer, which may increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will update the instrument cluster's software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 3, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC215.

Vehicles affected: 5,143
Maker's recall no.: SC215
Owners notified: August 3, 2021
Safety standard: FMVSS 101

Read campaign 21V577000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

21V164000AirbagReported March 11, 2021

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER

Model years affected: 2021

The problem

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021 Telluride, K5, and Forte vehicles. The Occupant Classification and Detection System (OCS/ODS) unit may not detect the presence of a child restraint system in the front passenger seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

What can happen

In the event of a crash, deployment of the front passenger air bag, with a child in that seat, can increase the risk of injury to the child.

The fix

Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the OCS/ODS unit, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC207.

Vehicles affected: 142
Maker's recall no.: SC207
Owners notified: March 18, 2021
Safety standard: FMVSS 208

Read campaign 21V164000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

20V436000Collision avoidanceReported July 28, 2020

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL

Model years affected: 2020

The problem

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2020 Telluride vehicles equipped with Smart Cruise Control (SCC). When a trailer is connected to the vehicle, the trailer brake lights will not illuminate when the SCC applies the brakes. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

What can happen

Inoperative trailer brake lights can fail to warn other drivers that the vehicle is slowing, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Kia will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional wire harness to the main fuse box to signal the trailer brake lights, free of charge. The recall began September 10, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC194.

Vehicles affected: 86,921
Maker's recall no.: SC194
Owners notified: September 10, 2020
Safety standard: FMVSS 108

Read campaign 20V436000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

19V594000Seat beltReported August 13, 2019

SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER

Model years affected: 2020

The problem

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2020 Telluride vehicles. The seat belt assemblies in the front passenger, second, and/or third row seats may not tightly secure a child restraint system in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

What can happen

If a child seat is not properly secured, there is an increased risk of injury to the occupant in a crash.

The fix

Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace any incorrect seat belt assemblies. The repair will also include replacing the driver's seat belt which has a non-U.S. specified label, with a U.S. specification seat belt. The repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began August 30, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC181.

Vehicles affected: 30,168
Maker's recall no.: SC181
Owners notified: August 30, 2019
Safety standard: FMVSS 208

Read campaign 19V594000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

What to do if your Kia Telluride is on this list

A recall listed here applies to a range of vehicles, not to every car of that model year. Manufacturers narrow it down by build date and VIN, so the only way to know whether yours is included is to check the VIN. You can do that free on NHTSA's recall lookup, or by calling any franchised dealer for that brand with your VIN in hand.

Recall repairs are free. Under federal law the manufacturer has to fix a safety defect at no charge, and there is no mileage limit and no expiry on that obligation for vehicles under 15 years old. A dealer cannot charge you for the parts, the labour, or the diagnosis on a recall repair, and you do not need to have bought the car there. If a dealer asks you to pay, that is worth escalating to the manufacturer's customer line, which is listed in the remedy text of each recall above.

Recalls do not block a title transfer or registration in any state. You can legally buy, sell, or register a car with an open recall, and sellers are generally not required to fix one first. That said, an open recall is worth raising before money changes hands, especially one with a do-not-drive advisory. If you are buying, run the VIN before you hand over the payment; if you are selling, telling the buyer about an open recall costs you nothing and avoids a dispute later.

Kia Telluride recall questions

How many recalls does the Kia Telluride have?

NHTSA lists 19 recall campaigns for the Kia Telluride across model years 2020 to 2027. That count covers recalls filed from 2010 onward. Not every campaign applies to every car of that model year, because manufacturers limit recalls by build date and VIN.

Which Kia Telluride model year has the most recalls?

The 2022 Kia Telluride carries the most, with 7 recall campaigns. A high count does not automatically mean a worse car: a single supplier fault can trigger a recall across an entire production run, and manufacturers that report problems quickly tend to show more campaigns.

Are Kia Telluride recall repairs free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to repair a safety recall at no cost, including parts and labour, on vehicles under 15 years old. There is no mileage limit, and you do not have to be the original owner or have bought the car from that dealer.

Can I sell or register a Kia Telluride with an open recall?

Yes. An open recall does not stop a title transfer or registration in any state, and private sellers are generally not required to repair one first. Dealers face stricter rules on some safety recalls. If you are buying, check the VIN before you pay; the repair is free, but you want to know what you are taking on.

Other Kia recalls

Kia Sorento recalls38 Kia Sportage recalls23 Kia Forte recalls18 Kia Optima recalls18 Kia Soul recalls15 Kia Sedona recalls14

Where this data comes from

Every recall on this page is published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the federal agency that oversees vehicle safety recalls in the United States. We pull the full recall file from NHTSA and reproduce the campaign number, defect description, consequence, and remedy exactly as the manufacturer reported them. NHTSA data is in the public domain.

Source:: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
NHTSA data as of:: July 18, 2026
Coverage:: Recalls from 2010 onward

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Last reviewed: 2026-07-18 · Reviewed by the Car Paperwork editorial team · Independent resource · Not legal advice

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