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2024 Kia Telluride problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2024 Kia Telluride sits mid-pack among Telluride years: 299 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 299, with 4 recalls and no defect investigations.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across other (62), driver assistance (56), and electrical system (43), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect. In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

299

NHTSA complaints

4

Recalls

0

Investigations

12

Crash-involved

2

Fires reported

4

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2024 compare to other Telluride years?

Telluride NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted906 complaints2020: 906 complaints2021: 421 complaints2022: 403 complaints2023: 289 complaints2024: 299 complaints2025: 117 complaints2027: 12 complaints
Telluride NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2024 Kia Telluride problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Other6221%
Driver Assistance5619%
Electrical System4314%
Visibility & Wipers3411%
Body & Structure248%
Engine176%
Speed Control155%
Transmission124%
Brakes93%
Seat Belts83%
Seats41%
Fuel System41%
Lighting31%
Suspension31%
Tires & Wheels21%
Latches & Locks21%
Airbags10%

Does the 2024 Kia Telluride have recalls?

4 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

25V494000Body & StructureJuly 28, 2025 · 201,149 units

Defect

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

Consequence

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

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.

24V407000SeatsJune 5, 2024 · 462,869 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

A fire increases the risk of injury.

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.

24V214000TransmissionMarch 20, 2024 · 427,407 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

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

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.

24V077000EngineFebruary 7, 2024 · 2,872 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

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

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“Jan 2026 I was driving into my workplace that is an inclined driveway. Released pressure from gas pedal and telluride began accelerating despite release of gas pedal. I ended up going through the building and lots of damage to both vehicle and building. After it was repaired there were two more…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · January 9, 2026 · crash

“Jan 2026 I was driving into my workplace that is an inclined driveway. Released pressure from gas pedal and telluride began accelerating despite release of gas pedal. I ended up going through the building and lots of damage to both vehicle and building. After it was repaired there were two more…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · January 9, 2026 · crash

“The front passenger seat of my 2024 Kia Telluride began emitting smoke while I was driving it. It quickly incapsulated the entire interior of my vehicle in thick smoke. The fire department had to be called to extinguish the fire. Prior to a fire starting while I was driving my vehicle, my vehicle…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · April 7, 2025 · fire

“After owning this brand new car for less than 2 months, I've had 2 rocks hit my windshield and resulting in cracks. Those rocks were not big and I wouldn't have expected those to result in actual windshield cracks. After looking this up, it seems that this is a common issues with Kia Telluride and…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Visibility & Wipers · February 13, 2024

“The contact owns a 2024 Kia Telluride. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V494000 (STRUCTURE); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · August 15, 2025

2024 Kia Telluride — common questions

Is the 2024 Kia Telluride reliable?

It is close to typical for the Telluride: 299 NHTSA complaints, 4 recalls, and no investigations on file.

What are the most common 2024 Telluride problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are other (62 complaints), driver assistance (56 complaints), electrical system (43 complaints).

Does the 2024 Kia Telluride have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns affecting the 2024 Kia Telluride. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Kia Telluride years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Telluride years to avoid are 2020. The cleanest record among Telluride years belongs to 2027.

How safe is the 2024 Kia Telluride?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2024 Kia Telluride earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.