How many recalls does the 2024 Kia Telluride have?

NHTSA has issued 5 recalls on the 2024 Kia Telluride. Each recall includes the defect description, safety consequence, and the free remedy Kia will perform. New recalls can be added any time after a defect surfaces, so the count on this page reflects the latest NHTSA data.

How do I tell if my 2024 Kia Telluride is affected by a recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN — stamped at the base of the windshield on the driver side and on the door jamb sticker — into the try.vin VIN check. The results will show exactly which of these 2024 Kia Telluride recalls apply to your specific vehicle and whether each has already been repaired.

Are recall repairs on a 2024 Kia Telluride free?

Yes. Kia is required under federal law to repair any open recall on the 2024 Telluride at no cost — regardless of how many owners the vehicle has had or how many miles are on the odometer. Repairs must be performed at an authorized Kia dealer.

Does a recall on the 2024 Kia Telluride affect resale value?

An open recall can reduce resale value; a recall that has been repaired (documented in the vehicle history report) generally does not. Before you buy or sell a used 2024 Kia Telluride, run the VIN through try.vin to confirm every open recall has been remedied.

How many owner complaints are on file for the 2024 Kia Telluride?

203 owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2024 Kia Telluride. Complaint records include crash, fire, injury, and death flags and are a useful early indicator of defects that may later become formal recalls.

NHTSA vehicle safety data

2024 Kia Telluride Recalls, Ratings & Complaints

The 2024 Kia Telluride has 5 NHTSA recalls and 203 owner complaints on record — every open recall is repaired free at an authorized Kia dealer.

Complete safety data for the 2024 Kia Telluride, including NCAP crash-test ratings. Data pulled live from api.nhtsa.gov.

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SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST

NHTSA #26V430000

Reported July 2, 2026 · Kia America, Inc.

Park outside only — fire risk while parked indoors or near structures.

Defect description

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.

Safety consequence

A fire increases the risk of injury.

Free manufacturer remedy

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.

STRUCTURE:EXTERIOR TRIM

NHTSA #25V494000

Reported July 28, 2025 · Kia America, Inc.

Defect description

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

Safety consequence

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

Free manufacturer remedy

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.

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST

NHTSA #24V407000

Reported June 5, 2024 · Kia America, Inc.

Park outside only — fire risk while parked indoors or near structures.

Defect description

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.

Safety consequence

A fire increases the risk of injury.

Free manufacturer remedy

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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

NHTSA #24V214000

Reported March 20, 2024 · Kia America, Inc.

Defect description

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.

Safety consequence

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

Free manufacturer remedy

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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

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

NHTSA #24V077000

Reported February 7, 2024 · Kia America, Inc.

Defect description

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.

Safety consequence

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

Free manufacturer remedy

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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Other Kia Telluride model years

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