2022 Kia Telluride

◆ Worse than typical
2022 Kia Telluride
BUILT 2026-10-10

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
324
Recalls
7

Campaigns on file for 2022

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Electrical system

23% of complaints

Complaints per year

2020: 769 complaints 2020 2021: 367 complaints 2021 2022: 324 complaints 2022 324 2023: 207 complaints 2023 2024: 216 complaints 2024 2025: 114 complaints 2025 2027: 25 complaints 2027
2020: 769 complaints 2020 2021: 367 complaints 2021 2022: 324 complaints 2022 324 2023: 207 complaints 2023 2024: 216 complaints 2024 2025: 114 complaints 2025 2027: 25 complaints 2027
2020: 769 complaints 2020 2021: 367 complaints 2021 2022: 324 complaints 2022 324 2023: 207 complaints 2023 2024: 216 complaints 2024 2025: 114 complaints 2025 2027: 25 complaints 2027

2022: 324 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
2020769
2021367
2022324
2023207
2024216
2025114
202725

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Electrical system

23% · 76 reports

Most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel and adas.

CRASHFIREINJURY

Visibility/wiper

23% · 73 reports

Engine

9% · 30 reports
FIREINJURY
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I am the original owner of a 2022 Kia Telluride. Since approximately late September/early October 2025, the vehicle has experienced an intermittent engine stalling condition while stopped and idling.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-11

Power train

8% · 26 reports
CRASHINJURY
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The contact owns a 2022 Kia Telluride.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-04-02

Visibility

6% · 21 reports

Most commonly citing windshield and sun/moon roof assembly.

Safety timeline

7 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    2021-08-03Electrical system21V577000 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.

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    2022Complaint volume 324 complaints filed for this model year.
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    2022-07-15Electrical system22V344000 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.

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    2022-07-27Tires22V509000 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.

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    2023-04-12Trailer hitches22V626000 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.

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    2024-05-15Power train24V214000 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.

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    2024-07-30Seats24V407000 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.

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    Date not on fileSeats26V430000 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.

Buy-smart checklist

2022 Kia Telluride — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 76 reports on file for this year.
  • Visibility/wiper: 73 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 30 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 26V430000 · Seats
  • Recall 21V577000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 22V344000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 22V509000 · Tires
  • Recall 22V626000 · Trailer hitches
  • Recall 24V214000 · Power train
  • Recall 24V407000 · Seats

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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 electrical system, 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 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.