Kia Telluride recalls

Every NHTSA recall campaign for the 2020–2025 and 2027 Telluride, listed once each with the model years it covers. Data through Oct 4, 2026.

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Recall campaigns: 19
Do not drive or park outside: 3
Model years covered: 2020–2025 and 2027

Recalls by model year

Each campaign is listed under every model year it covers.

Year	Campaigns	Recall IDs
2020	7	26V430000 ⚠24V407000 ⚠22V626000 ⚠24V214000 24V148000 20V436000 19V594000
2021	5	26V430000 ⚠24V407000 ⚠22V626000 ⚠24V214000 21V164000
2022	7	26V430000 ⚠24V407000 ⚠22V626000 ⚠24V214000 22V509000 22V344000 21V577000
2023	6	26V430000 ⚠24V407000 ⚠25V494000 24V214000 23V298000 23V035000
2024	5	26V430000 ⚠24V407000 ⚠25V494000 24V214000 24V077000
2025	3	26V105000 25V745000 25V494000
2027	2	26V356000 26V135000

⚠ = do-not-drive or park-outside warning.

Do-not-drive and park-outside recalls

Until these are repaired, NHTSA and Kia tell owners not to drive the vehicle or to park it outside, away from buildings.

Park outside26V430000Seats, 2020–2024 models
Park outside24V407000Seats, 2020–2024 models
Park outside22V626000Trailer hitches, 2020–2022 models

Every Telluride recall campaign

Newest first. Open a campaign for the defect, risk, remedy and what to do.

Front assembly › Power adjustPark outsideThe front power seat motor may overheat due to a stuck power seat slide knob or an improper recall 24V407 repair,…2020–2024 modelsJul 2, 2026462,869 vehicles26V430000
Defect
The front power seat motor may overheat due to a stuck power seat slide knob or an improper recall 24V407 repair, which can result in a fire while parked or driving.
Risk
A fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete.
What to do
Park outside and away from buildings until the recall repair is done.
Cited in owner complaints we researched: 1 complaint about excessive oil consumption.
Front assembly › Power adjustPark outsideThe front power seat motor may overheat due to a stuck power seat slide knob, which can result in a fire while parked…2020–2024 modelsJun 5, 2024462,869 vehicles24V407000
Defect
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.
Risk
A fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete.
What to do
Park outside and away from buildings until the recall repair is done.
Trailer hitchesPark outsideDebris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical…2020–2022 modelsAug 15, 202236,417 vehicles22V626000
Defect
Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.
Risk
A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete.
What to do
Park outside and away from buildings until the recall repair is done.
Seat belts › FrontThe driver seat belt emergency locking retractor may lock, causing the seat belt strap not to extend. As such, these…2027 modelJun 2, 20266,264 vehicles26V356000
Defect
The driver seat belt emergency locking retractor may lock, causing the seat belt strap not to extend. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
Risk
A seat belt strap that does not extend can fail to restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the seat belt assembly, free of charge.
Rear/other › AnchorageThe rear center seat belt anchor buckle in the 2026 K4 and the third-row center seat belt anchor buckle in the 2027…2027 modelMar 6, 202614,870 vehicles26V135000
Defect
The rear center seat belt anchor buckle in the 2026 K4 and the third-row center seat belt anchor buckle in the 2027 Telluride may not latch properly.
Risk
A seat belt buckle that is not latched properly can fail to restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the anchor buckle assembly, as necessary, free of charge.
Front assembly › ReclinerDue to a manufacturing error, the driver and passenger seat back frame assemblies may fail to properly restrain…2025 modelFeb 23, 202685,515 vehicles26V105000
Defect
Due to a manufacturing error, the driver and passenger seat back frame assemblies may fail to properly restrain occupants in a crash.
Risk
A seat back frame that fails to properly restrain an occupant during a crash increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the front seat back frame assemblies, as necessary, free of charge.
Tires › Temporary/emergency spare tireThe vehicles are equipped with an incorrect spare tire which, when installed, can impair the anti-lock braking system…2025 modelOct 31, 202545 vehicles25V745000
Defect
The vehicles are equipped with an incorrect spare tire which, when installed, can impair the anti-lock braking system (ABS) and the traction control system (TCS).
Risk
Anti-lock braking or traction control systems that do not function properly can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the spare wheel and tire assembly, free of charge.
Structure › Exterior trimThe door belt molding trim can delaminate and detach from the vehicle.2023–2025 modelsJul 28, 2025201,149 vehicles25V494000
Defect
The door belt molding trim can delaminate and detach from the vehicle.
Risk
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.
Driveline › DriveshaftThe intermediate shaft and right front driveshaft may not be fully engaged, which can result in vehicle roll away…2020–2024 modelsMar 20, 2024427,407 vehicles24V214000
Defect
The intermediate shaft and right front driveshaft may not be fully engaged, which can result in vehicle roll away while in PARK.
Risk
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.
Exterior lighting › HeadlightsThe high beam headlights may fail.2020 modelFeb 26, 202435,031 vehicles24V148000
Defect
The high beam headlights may fail.
Risk
Inoperable high beam headlights may reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and repair or replace the high beam headlights, as necessary free of charge.
Cited in owner complaints we researched: 2 complaints about high beams stop working.
Engine › Hard parts internal/mechanicalThe engine valve springs may break while driving, which can result in a loss of drive power and possibly create a…2024 modelFeb 7, 20242,872 vehicles24V077000
Defect
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.
Risk
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.
Electrical system › Instrument cluster/panelThe instrument cluster may fail to display any information when the vehicle is started. As such, these vehicles fail…2023 modelApr 26, 2023108,936 vehicles23V298000
Defect
The instrument cluster may fail to display any information when the vehicle is started. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 101, "Control and Displays," and 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."
Risk
A blank instrument cluster display will not show critical information, such as tire pressure, warning messages, and warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge.
Cited in owner complaints we researched: 5 complaints about instrument cluster goes blank.
Air bags › Side/windowDue to a manufacturing error, the wire harnesses for the second row seat side air bags may become damaged, causing…2023 modelJan 29, 202331,943 vehicles23V035000
Defect
Due to a manufacturing error, the wire harnesses for the second row seat side air bags may become damaged, causing them not to deploy in the event of a crash.
Risk
Air bags that do not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace, or secure the air bag wire harnesses, as necessary, free of charge.
Tires › Temporary/emergency spare tireThe vehicles may be equipped with an incorrect spare tire which, when installed, can impair the anti-lock braking…2022 modelJul 19, 20228 vehicles22V509000
Defect
The vehicles may be equipped with an incorrect spare tire which, when installed, can impair the anti-lock braking system (ABS) and the traction control system (TCS).
Risk
Impaired anti-lock braking or traction control systems can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the spare tire, as necessary, free of charge.
Electrical system › Instrument cluster/panelExcess adhesive in a circuit board within the instrument cluster may cause the instrument cluster display screen to…2022 modelMay 17, 20223,596 vehicles22V344000
Defect
Excess adhesive in a circuit board within the instrument cluster may cause the instrument cluster display screen to be blank. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."
Risk
A blank instrument cluster display screen will not show critical information, such as the odometer, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the instrument cluster assembly, free of charge.
Cited in owner complaints we researched: 3 complaints about instrument cluster goes blank.
Electrical system › Instrument cluster/panelThe LCD display screen may remain blank after startup. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements…2022 modelJul 28, 20215,143 vehicles21V577000
Defect
The LCD display screen may remain blank after startup. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."
Risk
A blank LCD display may be missing information, such as the digital speedometer, gear selection indicator, and odometer, which may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the instrument cluster's software, free of charge.
Cited in owner complaints we researched: 2 complaints about instrument cluster goes blank.
Air bags › Air bag/restraint control moduleThe Occupant Classification and Detection System (OCS/ODS) unit may not detect the presence of a child restraint…2021 modelMar 11, 2021142 vehicles21V164000
Defect
The Occupant Classification and Detection System (OCS/ODS) unit may not detect the presence of a child restraint system in the front passenger seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk
In the event of a crash, deployment of the front passenger air bag, with a child in that seat, can increase the risk of injury to the child.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the OCS/ODS unit, free of charge.
Electrical system › WiringWhen a trailer is connected to the vehicle, the trailer brake lights will not illuminate when the SCC applies the…2020 modelJul 28, 202086,921 vehicles20V436000
Defect
When a trailer is connected to the vehicle, the trailer brake lights will not illuminate when the SCC applies the brakes. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
Inoperative trailer brake lights can fail to warn other drivers that the vehicle is slowing, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install an additional wire harness to the main fuse box to signal the trailer brake lights, free of charge.
Seat belts › Rear/otherThe seat belt assemblies in the front passenger, second, and/or third row seats may not tightly secure a child…2020 modelAug 13, 201930,168 vehicles19V594000
Defect
The seat belt assemblies in the front passenger, second, and/or third row seats may not tightly secure a child restraint system in the event of a crash.
Risk
If a child seat is not properly secured, there is an increased risk of injury to the occupant in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace any incorrect seat belt assemblies.

What to do

Check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If a recall is open, any dealer will fix it free. For NHTSA's full record of a campaign, search its number there (for example 26V430000).

Questions

How many recalls does the Kia Telluride have?

NHTSA lists 19 recall campaigns for the 2020–2025 and 2027 Telluride, 3 with a do-not-drive or park-outside warning (26V430000, 2020–2024; 24V407000, 2020–2024; 22V626000, 2020–2022). A campaign often covers several model years, so each is counted once.

Which Telluride model year has the most recalls?

The 2020 and 2022 Telluride, with 7 recall campaigns each. More recalls don't by themselves make a year worse: check what each one fixes and that it was done.

How do I check if a Telluride has an open recall?

Enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls (the VIN is on the driver's side of the dashboard, seen through the windshield, and on the registration). It shows any recall not yet repaired on that vehicle. A Kia dealer does recall repairs free.