2023 Kia Telluride
This year had at least 30% fewer 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
22% of complaints: electrical system — 42 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
Placed the car in park then it started rolling backwards and crashed
NHTSA ODI report, 20240530
The contact owns a 2023 Kia Telluride. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the instrument cluster displayed a blank screen. Additionally, the parking brake inadvertently engaged while driving.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230509
The KIA Telluride Tow Hitch Harness Module has been responsible for getting humidity and dirt inside and starting a fires.
NHTSA ODI report, 20221216
15% of complaints: visibility/wiper — 28 distinct reports on file.
11% of complaints: power train — 21 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
Placed the car in park then it started rolling backwards and crashed
NHTSA ODI report, 20240530
10% of complaints: engine — 20 distinct reports on file.
FIRE7% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 14 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Telluride vehicles. 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.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace, or secure the air bag wire harnesses, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 28, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542.
Campaign 23V035000 — check if this car was fixed
Kia America, Inc.
Remedy: Dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 26, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC270.
Campaign 23V298000 — 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 2023-2025 Telluride vehicles. The door belt molding trim can delaminate and detach from the vehicle.
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.
Campaign 25V494000 — 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
2023 Kia Telluride — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (42 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for visibility/wiper issues (28 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (21 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 26V430000 (seats) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V035000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V298000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V214000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V407000 (seats) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V494000 (structure) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2023 Kia Telluride reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2023 Kia Telluride is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Kia Telluride?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Kia Telluride have?
6 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.