CarRecallWatchThe 2024 Kia Telluride has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 226 complaints with NHTSA, including 6 crashes, 2 fires, 4 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (65 reports).
NHTSA rates it up to 5 stars overall for crash safety, depending on the version.
2024 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.
Engine valve springs can break, causing power loss and fire risk
Certain 2024 Kia Telluride vehicles may have engine valve springs that break while driving.
Most common 2024 Kia Telluride problems
Problem areas named in the 226 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 65 |
| Electrical System | 51 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 39 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 29 |
| Structure | 28 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 16 |
| Power Train | 15 |
| Engine | 15 |
| Lane Departure | 15 |
| Service Brakes | 11 |
What owners report
I was driving 70 mph on a clear unobstructed highway in the right lane, when suddenly my vehicle steering jerked forcefully to the right, over the white line and onto the rumble strips. A circular symbol popped up, on the display but it was too fast to identify while trying to make an immediate correction and recover control.
Driver cluster completely black when car is fully on and operational. Radio portion of digital dash works. But the critical safety driver cluster panel is completely black. Spedometer, fuel, etc all missing while car is in operation.
On October 21, 2026, the sunroof of my 2024 Kia Telluride suddenly shattered while I was driving at approximately 65 mph. The glass exploded unexpectedly during normal vehicle operation. The sunroof was in the tilted position with the sun shade pulled back completely. The glass shattered on the top of my head as I was driving. My two small children seated in the second row were also present. The cause of the failure is unknown. I took the vehicle to an authorized Kia dealership, where personnel photographed the damage, vacuumed some of the broken glass from the vehicle, and applied temporary crash wrap over the damaged sunroof. The service invoice documents that the sunroof exploded while dr
Vehicle: 2024 Kia Telluride Current Mileage: Approximately 72,000 miles Dealership: Colonial Kia, Chester, Virginia Recall: Kia SC347 / SC347A â Exterior Door Belt Molding NHTSA Recall Number: 25V494000 Description of Safety Problem I purchased my used 2024 Kia Telluride from Colonial Kia in Chester, Virginia, in June 2025. Since purchasing the vehicle, I have experienced repeated failures of the exterior door window molding. On two separate occasions, pieces of molding completely detached from my vehicle while I was driving at highway speeds. The first incident occurred before Kia performed the door molding safety recall. The second incident occurred after recall work had already been
Display gets very hot to the touch , even in 70° or lower weather. Vehicle is kept garaged. Seems hotter behind steering wheel than the home screen/radio side. Trim is not hot. We usually use a sun screen. We do not usually use built-in navigation, real-time traffic, or phone charging. Seems to be a potential fire risk. Internet info suggests that the manufacturer is aware of the problem but no recall. Not sure how long this has been going on. Happens when/after driving.
2024 Kia Telluride safety rating
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Kia Telluride SUV AWD | ★★★★★ 5-star | 4 | 5 | 4 (14.3% rollover risk) |
| 2024 Kia Telluride SUV FWD | ★★★★★ 5-star | 4 | 5 | 4 (15.5% rollover risk) |
2024 Kia Telluride questions
Does the 2024 Kia Telluride have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2024 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; Engine valve springs can break, causing power loss and fire risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Kia Telluride?
Based on 226 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (65), Electrical System (51), Forward Collision Avoidance (39).
How safe is the 2024 Kia Telluride?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings program gives the 2024 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 2024 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.