Kia Telluride Complaints (2023)

211 consumer complaints on file.

#11673843July 15, 2025
SUSPENSION
The rear shocks are faulty and have had problems since I bought it with 36,000 miles.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11673836July 15, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Windshield crack issues , had to change 2 windshield
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11672480July 10, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I own a 2023 Kia Telluride (VIN [XXX] ) and the digital instrument cluster intermittently goes blank, including the fuel gauge. This exactly matches Recall 23V298000 / SC270, but Kia is saying my VIN is not currently covered. This is a safety issue that blocks visibility of essential vehicle information. I am requesting NHTSA review to help expand the recall coverage. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11672476July 10, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I own a 2023 Kia Telluride (VIN [XXX] ) and the digital instrument cluster intermittently goes blank, including the fuel gauge. This exactly matches Recall 23V298000 / SC270, but Kia is saying my VIN is not currently covered. This is a safety issue that blocks visibility of essential vehicle information. I am requesting NHTSA review to help expand the recall coverage. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11669554June 26, 2025
ENGINE
The engines mounting bolts failed. Engine nearly fell out of the car according to the dealer mechanic.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11668687June 23, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
After a recall on the emergency braking system was resolved, we’ve had frequent occurrences where the rear cross traffic alert system will report traffic that does not exist. The vehicle will then stop abruptly. Once this happens, the emergency brake doesn’t always completely disengage. This almost always happens in parking lots and can increase the likelihood of accidents. I’ve taken it to the dealership, but they’ve been able to replicate the issue.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11662616May 22, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
1. Instrument Cluster did not turn on when I started the car. The infotainment system turned on, along with the engine and rest of the car, but the instrument cluster that shows the speed, fuel gauge, etc was black. When I used my turn signals, the sound to indicate they are on would start initially and then stop after 2-3 times. 2. I had no idea how fast I was going or was my fuel level was. I was also not sure if my turn signals were working. This is where the lane change assist camera is shown, so I could not see that either. This screen also reflects warnings, so I would be unaware if anything came up. 3. No - we made the first earliest appointment with the dealer in 5 days from today. 4. No. 5. No warning lamps or messages (these would also appear on this screen, so if a warning came up I would not be aware).
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11661223May 15, 2025
VISIBILITY/WIPER
While parked windshield started cracking from front left corner every few hours I go out to check it and the crack has spread halfway across windshield
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11661101May 15, 2025
STRUCTURE:BODY
The trim around the back driver side window fell off at some point. Safety was not put at risk. The product has not been inspected or confirmed and no warnings about the issue. I do know that other models have recalls for the same issue, but my car is not covered under that recall.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11660516May 12, 2025
SUSPENSION
Rear self leveling shock PN # 55367-S9KA0. Unknown Problem has been reproduced by kia dealer. Shock makes noise, clunking, going over bumps. No No
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11659795May 8, 2025
ENGINE
MY 2023 TELLURIDE HAS 50K MILES ON IT, AND WHILE MY WIFE WAS DRIVING MY DAUGHTER TO SCHOOL SHE NOTICED THAT THE AIR CONDITIONING WASNT WORKING. SO I LOOKED ONLINE AND SAW THAT IT MAY BE A COUPLE THINGS. MAJOR COMPLAINT WAS THAT KIA WAS NOT COVERING THERE WARRANTY FOR THERE CONDESOR THAT FAILS BECAUSE THEY CLAIM A ROCK HITS IT. SO I TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP, AND THEY CONFIRMED MY NIGHTMARE, THAT IT WAS A ROCK AND THAT IT WOULD NOT BE COVERED UNDER THE 100K WARRANTY. IT IS MY FEELING THAT THIS IS A DEFECT IN THE MANUFACTURING OF THE VEHICLE IF YOU FIND MAY DIFFERENT TELLURIDES ONLINE, WITH VARIATION OF MILES ON THEM AND THEY ALL FAIL, AND THE COMPANY CHARGES ITS CUSTOMERS $1800 TO FIX IT. PLEASE HELP
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11658207May 1, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, STEERING, ENGINE
The vehicle has now been towed three times, completely shut down while driving three times, with the latest incident being especially dangerous-the car shut off while in drive, the brakes failed, and the steering wheel locked. My [XXX] child was in the car with me, and we were nearly hit by a semi-truck. It was a terrifying experience that could have been fatal. Not to mention when I was able to get the vehicle to stop, the hazards wouldn't even turn on and continued to put us in danger. My Telluride has been at the dealership for 7 weeks, and the service department still has no clear answer as to why this is happening. Kia corporate has been unresponsive, not taking the situation seriously, and offering no resolution or accountability. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11651175March 27, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Digital display is black on my 2023 Kia Telluride while vehicle is running and being driven. I am unable to see my speed or any other important safety details. This is the first time this has happened and I have not reported it yet to any dealer, independent service center, insurance representative, etc. There were no observable warning lamps messages or symptoms prior to this incident which occurred on 3/27/25 at 1741 hours.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11650557March 25, 2025
WHEELS
While exiting the AZ Mesa 202 E Loop, the front driver rim snapped in the center and caused the tire to fly off.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11646103March 3, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER, VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
My sunroof randomly exploded upward while driving down the highway. No rock or debris hit me. It sounded like a gunshot. I checked my surroundings and no other car pulled over or look like it was affected by any road debris. I have pictures of the sunroof being shattered upward.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11645636February 28, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The window trim on all four doors has come off. The rear ones were replaced under warranty repair and the front doors are not being repaired as the warranty has expired.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11644615February 24, 2025
STEERING
Steering column makes a clicking sound when steering wheel is turned right or left.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11644578February 24, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
After driving through snow and letting my Telluride sit in the garage for a few days before driving it again, when I put the vehicle in drive and attempted to leave my garage there was a loud clunking noise and the vehicle didn't move for several seconds. I have also noticed that the automatic emergency brake will engage if the vehicle is in neutral and the driver's side door is open. How would you be able to load the vehicle on a flatbed truck if it was in an accident? A
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11643138February 17, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery Drain. No lights left on, nothing plugged in. I suspect IBU Module or some other wiring tobe causing a parasitic draw. This has been a common issue and KIA needs to address it with a recall.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11638994January 28, 2025
SUSPENSION
Rear shocks failure at less than 20K miles. Dealership replaced both rear shocks, but will happen again in another 20K miles?
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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