What are the most common Kia Telluride problems?
According to Au7o's analysis of 1,010+ owner reports, the 2024-2024 Kia Telluride has 7 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Front Power Seat Motor Overheating / Fire Risk, Intermediate Shaft / Driveshaft Disengagement (Rollaway), Oil Dilution from Short Trip Driving (3.8L V6). Of these, 2 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
Is the Kia Telluride reliable?
The 2024-2024 Kia Telluride has 7 known issues documented across 1,010+ owner reports. 2 issues are rated critical: Front Power Seat Motor Overheating / Fire Risk and Intermediate Shaft / Driveshaft Disengagement (Rollaway). Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
How much does it cost to fix common Kia Telluride problems?
Repair costs for known Kia Telluride issues range from $0 to $1,500, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, Front Power Seat Motor Overheating / Fire Risk, typically costs $0-$0 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
What is the 2020-2024 Kia Telluride Front Power Seat Motor Overheating / Fire Risk?
The front power seat motor can overheat if the power seat slide knob becomes stuck, causing the motor to run continuously. This can result in a fire even while the vehicle is parked. NHTSA recall covers approximately 462,869 Tellurides from 2020-2024 model years. Kia dealers inst… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.
What is the 2020-2024 Kia Telluride Intermediate Shaft / Driveshaft Disengagement (Rollaway)?
The intermediate shaft and right front driveshaft may not be fully engaged, which can result in the vehicle rolling away while in PARK. The driveshaft can slip out of the intermediate shaft splines, disconnecting drive power from the transmission to the wheels. NHTSA recall cover… Repairs typically run $0-$800. Severity: high.
What is the 2020-2025 Kia Telluride Oil Dilution from Short Trip Driving (3.8L V6)?
The 3.8L Lambda II V6 in the Telluride experiences fuel dilution of the engine oil when driven primarily on short trips (under 10 miles). Fuel washes past the piston rings during cold starts and does not fully evaporate because the oil never reaches full operating temperature. Th… Repairs typically run $50-$500. Severity: medium.
What is the 2020-2025 Kia Telluride Premature Windshield Cracking?
Telluride owners report unusually high rates of windshield cracking from minor road debris that would not crack windshields on other vehicles. Over 46% of NHTSA visibility complaints for the Telluride relate to windshield cracking. Cracks typically originate from the lower passen… Repairs typically run $250-$1,000. Severity: low.
What is the 2020-2025 Kia Telluride Paint Bubbling at Hood and Roof Seams?
Tellurides develop paint bubbling and peeling at body panel seams, particularly the hood leading edge, roof rail joints, and rear liftgate seams. The issue is caused by insufficient e-coat coverage at spot-welded seams, allowing moisture to penetrate under the paint. The bubbling… Repairs typically run $0-$1,500. Severity: low.
What is the 2020-2024 Kia Telluride Headliner Sagging Near Panoramic Sunroof?
Tellurides equipped with the panoramic sunroof develop headliner sagging and separation around the sunroof opening. The headliner adhesive fails due to heat cycling from the large glass panel above, causing the fabric to detach from the backing board. The sagging starts at the ed… Repairs typically run $50-$1,200. Severity: low.
What is the 2020-2025 Kia Telluride Third Row Seat Latch Jamming?
The third-row seat fold-down mechanism in the Telluride jams, preventing the seats from folding flat or locking back into the upright position. The latch mechanism uses a cable-actuated release that stretches and binds over time. When the latch jams in the released position, the… Repairs typically run $50-$500. Severity: low.
