2027 Kia Telluride Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 2027 Kia Telluride has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 28 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 1 injury.

The most-reported problem area is Seat Belts (8 reports).

2Recalls
28Owner complaints
2Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2027 Kia Telluride recalls

Driver's Seat Belt May Not Extend, Risking Crash Injury

Recall 26V356Jun 2, 20266,264 vehicles affected

Kia is recalling certain 2027 Telluride and Telluride Hybrid vehicles because the driver's seat belt emergency locking retractor may lock, preventing the seat belt strap from extending.

Seat Belt Buckle May Not Latch, Risking Injury in a Crash

Recall 26V135Mar 6, 202614,870 vehicles affected

Some 2026 Kia K4 vehicles have a rear center seat belt anchor buckle that may not latch properly.

Most common 2027 Kia Telluride problems

Problem areas named in the 28 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Seat Belts8
Seats6
Power Train6
Unknown Or Other4
Electrical System4
Back Over Prevention3
Service Brakes3
Engine2
Forward Collision Avoidance1
Structure1

What owners report

2026-10-28, Air Bags
The contact owns a 2027 Kia Telluride. The contact stated that while driving approximately 7 MPH from a stop sign another vehicle driving approximately 35 MPH crashed into the passenger’s side of the vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The air bags in the other vehicle deployed as needed. The contact’s wife who was seated on the passenger’s side of the vehicle had a concussion and injuries to the arm and chest. Medical attention was needed. The contact's son who was seated in the rear of the vehicle was emotionally traumatized by the crash. The vehicle was towed to the dealer; however, the dealer was unable to repair the vehicle. The vehicle was then towed to an auto body shop and
2026-10-20, Visibility/Wiper
Some film on the windshield, tried removing it with car soap, degreaser, and even a clay bar, some film is remaining and could be chemical related from factory
2026-10-19, Seat Belts
The passenger side second row seat belt has been malfunctioning since I purchased the vehicle new. It doesn’t retract properly. I told this to my dealership at my first oil change but they said there was no recall. It had not been much of an issue with the seat only being used by my son who is of small frame and doesn’t need a lot of slack extended. However, a larger adult recently used it and got out of the car at night in the dark. Due to the defect, the seatbelt did not retract and the vehicle door was closed with most of the belt and buckle outside the vehicle. Upon driving, it became lodged in the wheel well resulting in rips in the belt, grinding of the buckle and forcefully extend
2026-10-06, Electrical System
Power seats malfunction
2026-09-23, Power Train
Upon Acceleration there was a screeching noise every time. Yesterday the car would not speed up and Rpms were so high. Engine began over heating and got a message to park car and leave running, car started smoking and almost got hit trying to pull out because the car wouldn't speed up with the pedal to the floor. Also Brakes grind hard stopping and make a cracking noise. Barely could make it to the dealership. They told me there was 27 new kia's in for the same problem yet no one recalled cars or warned people.

2027 Kia Telluride questions

Does the 2027 Kia Telluride have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2027 Kia Telluride: Driver's Seat Belt May Not Extend, Risking Crash Injury; Seat Belt Buckle May Not Latch, Risking Injury in a Crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2027 Kia Telluride?

Based on 28 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Seat Belts (8), Seats (6), Power Train (6).

How do I check if a recall on my 2027 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.

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