CarRecallWatchThe 2023 Kia Telluride has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 211 complaints with NHTSA, including 6 crashes, 3 fires, 4 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (60 reports).
NHTSA rates it up to 5 stars overall for crash safety, depending on the version.
2023 Kia Telluride recalls
Front Power Seat Motor Can Overheat and Cause a Fire
Certain 2020-2024 Kia Telluride vehicles have a front power seat motor that may overheat.
Door Trim Can Peel Off and Become a Road Hazard
The door belt molding trim on certain Kia Telluride SUVs can delaminate, meaning its layers separate, and the trim may detach from the vehicle.
Front seat motor can overheat and cause a fire
Certain 2020-2024 Kia Telluride vehicles may have a front power seat motor that can overheat because the power seat slide knob can become stuck.
Vehicle May Roll Away While in Park
Certain Kia Telluride vehicles may have an intermediate shaft and right front driveshaft that are not fully engaged.
Blank Dashboard Display Can Hide Warnings and Raise Crash Risk
Certain 2023 Kia vehicles have a digital instrument cluster with a 4.2-inch LCD screen that may fail to display any information when the vehicle is started.
Side air bags may not deploy in a crash
Some 2023 vehicles may have a manufacturing error in which the wire harnesses for the second-row seat side air bags can become damaged.
Most common 2023 Kia Telluride problems
Problem areas named in the 211 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 60 |
| Electrical System | 53 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 29 |
| Power Train | 25 |
| Engine | 24 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 17 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 14 |
| Structure | 14 |
| Lane Departure | 14 |
| Visibility | 12 |
What owners report
My car just started making a knocking sound when I turn. Brought it in for diagnoses and was told it's the AWD Coupler, WHICH is a part of the powertrain component, but it's not covered under my 100,000 powertrain warranty, and is only covered up to 60,000 miles. This is a known issue according to Facebook, blogs, and reddit and many Kia users have had the same problem on their cars. It should be a recall and fixed if it's happening so frequently.
There was a low-speed collision with a deer (approximately 10-15 mph). The vehicle continued to run fine after the collision and we were able to drive it home. After the next start, the engine was shaking all over and started smoking from behind the engine. The battery was disconnected but it continued to smoke. After further inspection, we were able to find a fire and extinguished it using a fire extinguisher. We had issues with this car prior to the collision where the engine would misfire after the car would get wet, but would only produce temporary codes. This was checked out by the dealer and we were told there's nothing that they can do. A few weeks prior to the collision it happened
The vehicle electrical system could be a fire hazard since the vehicle electrical system is incurring parasitic draw down of the battery. Believe there is a class action lawsuit filed relating to the problem. It is well known issue wit KIA Corp while the dealerships play dumb. Thank you.
I was involved in a rear end collision, with the SUV behind me going 65mph and my vehicle only at approx. 20mph. I was then pushed into the car, which I struck in front of me. My airbags did not deploy and though I was wearing my seat belt I was still propelled upward cutting my eye on the visor and bruising on my chin and lower lip from the steering wheel. I am concerned as to why the air bags did not deploy or the seatbelt lock. The damage was significant and my vehicle including the one that rear ended me are both totaled. Can this be looked into?
While driving down a highway, the front sunroof glass exploded.
2023 Kia Telluride safety rating
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Kia Telluride SUV AWD | ★★★★★ 5-star | 4 | 5 | 4 (14.3% rollover risk) |
| 2023 Kia Telluride SUV FWD | ★★★★★ 5-star | 4 | 5 | 4 (15.5% rollover risk) |
2023 Kia Telluride questions
Does the 2023 Kia Telluride have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2023 Kia Telluride: Front Power Seat Motor Can Overheat and Cause a Fire; Door Trim Can Peel Off and Become a Road Hazard; Front seat motor can overheat and cause a fire; Vehicle May Roll Away While in Park; Blank Dashboard Display Can Hide Warnings and Raise Crash Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Kia Telluride?
Based on 211 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (60), Electrical System (53), Visibility/Wiper (29).
How safe is the 2023 Kia Telluride?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings program gives the 2023 Kia Telluride up to 5 out of 5 stars overall; ratings vary by version, see the table above.
How do I check if a recall on my 2023 Kia Telluride has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.