2022 Kia Telluride
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 733 |
| 2021 | 329 |
| 2022 | 308 |
| 2023 | 192 |
| 2024 | 201 |
| 2025 | 83 |
| 2027 | 10 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
23% of complaints: visibility/wiper — 72 distinct reports on file.
17% of complaints: electrical system — 52 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURY9% of complaints: engine — 27 distinct reports on file.
FIRE INJURY7% of complaints: power train — 23 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2022 Kia Telluride.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240402
6% of complaints: structure — 19 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 Telluride vehicles. The LCD display screen may remain blank after startup.
Remedy: Dealers will update the instrument cluster's software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 3, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC215.
Campaign 21V577000 — check if this car was fixed
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 Telluride vehicles. Excess adhesive in a circuit board within the instrument cluster may cause the instrument cluster display screen to be blank.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the instrument cluster assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC237.
Campaign 22V344000 — check if this car was fixed
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 Sorento and Telluride vehicles. 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).
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the spare tire, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC244.
Campaign 22V509000 — check if this car was fixed
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Telluride vehicles potentially equipped with a Genuine Kia 4-pin tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Kia dealership.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install a new fuse and a wiring harness extension. Dealers will also inspect and replace the tow hitch harness assembly, as necessary.
Campaign 22V626000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: Owners are advised to manually engage the emergency parking brake prior to exiting the vehicle until the recall remedy is performed.
Campaign 24V214000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
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.
Campaign 24V407000 — check if this car was fixed
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 or an improper recall 24V407 repair, which can result in a fire while parked or driving.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install an electronic fuse assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 13, 2026.
Campaign 26V430000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2022 Kia Telluride — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for visibility/wiper issues (72 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (52 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (27 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 26V430000 (seats) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V577000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22V344000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22V509000 (tires) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22V626000 (trailer hitches) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V214000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V407000 (seats) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2022 Kia Telluride reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2022 Kia Telluride is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Kia Telluride?
The most-reported component is visibility/wiper, accounting for 23% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2022 Kia Telluride have?
7 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.