NHTSA (USA)Medium Risk
At a glance
What can fail
The trim molding that runs along the door edges can separate and peel away from the vehicle.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the trim molding and replace it if needed at no cost to you.
This page covers 5 recalls, 190 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2024 Kia Telluride.
20–22 mpg combined
10.7–11.8 L/100km
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
Complaints filed on the 2024 Kia Telluride spread fairly evenly across a few systems, with visibility/wipers, the electrical system, and structural issues each drawing a similar share of reports. On the electrical side, owners frequently describe the instrument cluster going dark without warning, leaving the speedometer, fuel gauge, and driver assistance features non-functional. Structural complaints center on interior and exterior trim pieces separating from the vehicle, with several owners noting pieces coming loose while driving. Visibility and wiper complaints round out the top tier, though the specifics there vary. A smaller cluster of reports mentions brake-related symptoms including soft pedal feel, vibration through the pedal and steering wheel, and warning lights appearing simultaneously, though this pattern is less dominant than the electrical and structural themes.
190
Total Complaints
3
Crash-Related
2
Fire-Related
3
With Injuries
By System
The 2024 Kia Telluride has 5 recalls, the most serious being three separate fire or loss-of-control risks: a front power seat motor that can overheat and catch fire, a driveshaft that may not fully engage and allow the vehicle to roll away in park, and an engine valve spring that can break and cause sudden power loss or an engine fire from leaking oil.
Recalls 3 and 4 describe the same valve spring defect: when a spring breaks, the engine can lose drive power without warning, and oil escaping onto hot engine surfaces raises the risk of fire. The seat motor concern is separate, caused by a stuck power seat slide knob that causes the motor to overheat. On the exterior, door belt molding trim can delaminate and detach from the vehicle, leaving a piece of trim on the road that can be a hazard to other drivers.
At a glance
What can fail
The trim molding that runs along the door edges can separate and peel away from the vehicle.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the trim molding and replace it if needed at no cost to you.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The front power seat motor can overheat if the power seat slide knob gets stuck, potentially causing a fire while the vehicle is parked or driven.
What the fix does
Dealers will install a bracket for the power seat switch back covers and replace the seat slide knobs at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The intermediate shaft and right front driveshaft may not fully engage, allowing the vehicle to roll when parked.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the electronic parking brake software and replace damaged intermediate shafts as needed, at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The springs inside the engine that control the valves may break. If this happens, the engine stops working and oil can leak onto hot engine parts.
What the fix does
Kia will mail you instructions to bring your vehicle to a dealership, where they will replace the entire engine.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Engine valve springs may break during driving, causing loss of power and potentially damaging the engine block.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the engine sub-assembly at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
