2024 KIA Telluride Problems and Recalls (214 Complaints)

The most-reported problem on the 2024 KIA Telluride is Glass / wipers / cameras (13% of 214 owner reports). There are 5 safety recalls. Check the VIN and inspect Glass / wipers / cameras — this is the NHTSA file, not a score.

NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation Snapshot 2026-09-07 214 complaints · 5 recalls

What problems show up on the 2024 KIA Telluride?

28 of 214 filings named Glass / wipers / cameras (13% of the file). That is what owners wrote, not a shop diagnosis of the vehicle in the driveway.

Second is Electrical (27 reports).

There are 5 official safety recalls on this year. They were filed about Engine, Transmission / driveline, and Body / frame. Check the VIN at nhtsa.gov — a campaign on this page can still be open on a specific truck.

The 2023 has 204 reports on file; this year has 214. Older years collect more reports just by being on the road longer. If you need a fairer comparison, use the equal-time view.

What to check before you buy a 2024 KIA Telluride

A useful visit to this page takes five minutes. YearTell does not score years and cannot see the vehicle in front of you.

  1. Look up the VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov. This year has 5 campaigns on file below.
  2. Glass / wipers / cameras. Check windshield, wipers and any camera or sensor the listing claims is there.
  3. Electrical. Have a shop scan for stored codes and check battery, charging and any warning lights that stay on.
  4. Body / frame. Look for rust, collision repair and body gaps that do not match a clean truck.
  5. Skim a few owner reports below for Glass / wipers / cameras. Look for the same symptom repeating.
  6. Take that list to a mechanic. Do not turn the complaint total into a score.

What owners reported

System named most often: Glass / wipers / cameras 28 complaints · 13.1% of the file
Crashes, fires, injuries and deaths in those filings:
  • Crashes 6
  • Fires 2
  • Injuries 4
  • Deaths 0
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NHTSA Consumer Complaints Snapshot 2026-09-07 Open source record Read our complete data methodology →

Complaint counts reflect self-selected reports and are not normalised for production sales volume. We publish no reliability scores, superlatives, or vehicle rankings.

Which systems owners named

Share of owner complaints filed against each vehicle system. These shares are not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold.

Which systems owners named Glass / wipers / cameras (VISIBILITY) appears in 28 of 214 owner complaints (13.1%) in this vehicle snapshot. Glass / wipers / cameras (VISIBILITY): 28 complaints, 13.1% of reports Glass / wipers / cameras (VISIBILITY) 28 · 13.1% Electrical (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM): 27 complaints, 12.6% of reports Electrical (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) 1 crash reports 1 fire reports 27 · 12.6% Body / frame (STRUCTURE): 22 complaints, 10.3% of reports Body / frame (STRUCTURE) 22 · 10.3% Automatic braking / collision warning (FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE): 17 complaints, 7.9% of reports Automatic braking / collision warning (FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE) 4 crash reports 17 · 7.9% Engine (ENGINE): 11 complaints, 5.1% of reports Engine (ENGINE) 1 fire reports 11 · 5.1% Lane keeping (LANE DEPARTURE): 8 complaints, 3.7% of reports Lane keeping (LANE DEPARTURE) 8 · 3.7% Cruise / speed control (VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL): 8 complaints, 3.7% of reports Cruise / speed control (VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL) 8 · 3.7% Transmission / driveline (POWER TRAIN): 7 complaints, 3.3% of reports Transmission / driveline (POWER TRAIN) 7 · 3.3% Seat belts (SEAT BELTS): 6 complaints, 2.8% of reports Seat belts (SEAT BELTS) 6 · 2.8% Unclassified NHTSA leftover: 113 complaints, 52.8% of reports Unclassified NHTSA leftover 5 crash reports 113 · 52.8% 0% 25% 50% 75% 100%

“Unclassified NHTSA leftover” is not a car part. It is a filing bucket and always sits last.

View component data as a table
System / Component Complaints Share of Reports Safety Reports (Crashes / Fires)
Glass / wipers / cameras (VISIBILITY) 28 13.1% 0 crashes · 0 fires
Electrical (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) 27 12.6% 1 crashes · 1 fires
Body / frame (STRUCTURE) 22 10.3% 0 crashes · 0 fires
Automatic braking / collision warning (FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE) 17 7.9% 4 crashes · 0 fires
Engine (ENGINE) 11 5.1% 0 crashes · 1 fires
Lane keeping (LANE DEPARTURE) 8 3.7% 0 crashes · 0 fires
Cruise / speed control (VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL) 8 3.7% 0 crashes · 0 fires
Transmission / driveline (POWER TRAIN) 7 3.3% 0 crashes · 0 fires
Seat belts (SEAT BELTS) 6 2.8% 0 crashes · 0 fires
Unclassified NHTSA leftover 113 52.8% 5 crashes · 0 fires
NHTSA Consumer Complaints, NHTSA Safety Recalls, and NHTSA Defect Investigations Snapshot 2026-09-07 Open source record

Complaint counts reflect self-selected reports and are not normalised for production sales volume. We publish no reliability scores, superlatives, or vehicle rankings.

When reports and recalls showed up

When owners filed reports, and when recall campaigns showed up.

When reports and recalls showed up Owner reports in this snapshot begin in Jul 2023; the first recall shown was reported in Feb 2024. 2023-Q3: 6 owner reports 6 2023-Q4: 10 owner reports 10 2024-Q1: 24 owner reports 24 2024-Q2: 16 owner reports 16 2024-Q3: 28 owner reports 28 2024-Q4: 18 owner reports 18 2025-Q1: 21 owner reports 21 2025-Q2: 15 owner reports 15 2025-Q3: 18 owner reports 18 2025-Q4: 17 owner reports 17 2026-Q1: 12 owner reports 12 2026-Q2: 15 owner reports 15 2026-Q3: 14 owner reports 14 Owner reports Jul 2023 Jul 2026 Recall campaign 24V077000 ◆ Recall campaign 24V077000 Recall campaign 24V214000 ◆ Recall campaign 24V214000 Recall campaign 24V407000 ◆ Recall campaign 24V407000 Recall campaign 25V494000 ◆ Recall campaign 25V494000 Recall campaign 26V430000 ◆ Recall campaign 26V430000
  • Campaign 24V077000 was reported 38 days after the first earlier complaint mapped to its component.
  • Campaign 24V214000 was reported 98 days after the first earlier complaint mapped to its component.
  • Campaign 24V407000 was reported 308 days after the first earlier complaint mapped to its component.
  • Campaign 25V494000 was reported 439 days after the first earlier complaint mapped to its component.
  • Campaign 26V430000 was reported 1,065 days after the first earlier complaint mapped to its component.
View timeline records as a table
Date Record type Count Record identifier
2023-Q3 Owner reports 6
2023-Q4 Owner reports 10
2024-Q1 Owner reports 24
2024-Q2 Owner reports 16
2024-Q3 Owner reports 28
2024-Q4 Owner reports 18
2025-Q1 Owner reports 21
2025-Q2 Owner reports 15
2025-Q3 Owner reports 18
2025-Q4 Owner reports 17
2026-Q1 Owner reports 12
2026-Q2 Owner reports 15
2026-Q3 Owner reports 14
Recall campaign 1 24V077000
Recall campaign 1 24V214000
Recall campaign 1 24V407000
Recall campaign 1 25V494000
Recall campaign 1 26V430000
NHTSA Safety Recalls Snapshot 2026-09-06 Open source record

Safety Recalls (5)

Official campaigns. Each one says what could go wrong and what the dealer was told to fix.

In short, these campaigns were filed about Engine, Transmission / driveline, and Body / frame.

  1. Recall campaign 24V077000

    Engine

    Report date
    Component:
    Engine (ENGINE)
    Consequence:
    A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. A hole in the engine block increases the risk of a fire.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the engine sub-assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC296.
    View authoritative NHTSA record →

  2. Recall campaign 24V214000

    Transmission / driveline

    Report date
    Component:
    Transmission / driveline (POWER TRAIN)
    Consequence:
    A vehicle roll away increases the risk of a crash or injury.
    Remedy:
    Owners are advised to manually engage the emergency parking brake prior to exiting the vehicle until the recall remedy is performed. Dealers will update the electronic parking brake software and replace any damaged intermediate shafts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 15, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC303.
    View authoritative NHTSA record →

  3. Recall campaign 24V407000

    Safety recall 24V407000

    Report date
    Component:
    Unclassified NHTSA leftover
    Consequence:
    A fire increases the risk of injury.
    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. Owner notification letters were mailed July 30, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC316.
    View authoritative NHTSA record →

  4. Recall campaign 25V494000

    Body / frame

    Report date
    Component:
    Body / frame (STRUCTURE)
    Consequence:
    A detached trim piece can become a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
    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.
    View authoritative NHTSA record →

  5. Recall campaign 26V430000

    Safety recall 26V430000

    Report date
    Component:
    Unclassified NHTSA leftover
    Consequence:
    A fire increases the risk of injury.
    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. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC374. This recall replaces NHTSA recall number 24V407. Vehicles already repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy completed. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning July 17, 2026.
    View authoritative NHTSA record →
NHTSA Consumer Complaints Snapshot 2026-09-07 Open source record

Complaint counts reflect self-selected reports and are not normalised for production sales volume. We publish no reliability scores, superlatives, or vehicle rankings.

What owners actually wrote

Short excerpts from the public NHTSA file. Look for the same symptom repeating.

Data: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation · snapshot 2026-09-07
Safety incident filters
Showing 7 of 214 complaints · page 1 of 9
2026-09-02Unclassified NHTSA leftover
NHTSA ODI 11761668
CrashFireInjuryDeath
The left side of my screen where speed, gas and other essential safety features will not show
2026-08-23Body / frame (STRUCTURE)Unclassified NHTSA leftover
NHTSA ODI 11758837
CrashFireInjuryDeath
I hear rattling/loud squeaking coming from liftgate rear door internally when driving. It has been noticed since purchasing the vehicle new.
2026-08-21SERVICE BRAKES
NHTSA ODI 11758650
CrashFireInjuryDeath
On August 3, 2026, while operating my 2024 Kia Telluride, I experienced a catastrophic and total failure of the service braking system. Without warning, the brake pedal went straight to the floorboard with zero hydraulic pressure or stopping power, resulting in a crash into trees. ​The vehicle was towed to Gerber Collision for accident repairs. While the exterior body damage was repaired, the body shop is not equipped for internal hydraulic or component failure analysis. Furthermore, Kia America has been notified of this critical safety defect but is refusing to cover the diagnostic/inspection fees to investigate the underlying root cause under warranty, attempting to pass the cost onto the consumer. ​This is a severe, life-threatening safety defect involving a total loss of brakes on a nearly new vehicle. I request that NHTSA log this complaint and investigate potential systemic hydraulic or master cylinder defects in the 2024 Kia Telluride platform.
2026-08-21Unclassified NHTSA leftover
NHTSA ODI 11758554
CrashFireInjuryDeath
The contact owns a 2024 Kia Telluride. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 26V430000 (Seats) and 25V494000 (Structure); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available, even though the recall narrative stated that parts were available. The local dealer was contacted and stated that the recall repairs would not be performed. No reasons were given for why the recall repairs would not be performed. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
2026-08-20Unclassified NHTSA leftover
NHTSA ODI 11758232
CrashFireInjuryDeath
The contact owns a 2024 Kia Telluride. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V430000 (Seats); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
2026-08-17Electrical (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM)
NHTSA ODI 11757468
CrashFireInjuryDeath
The cluster screen on my 2024 Telluride is BLACK when I turned it on today. No issues prior and turning the car off and on does not help. I cannot see my fuel gauge, speed, winshield wiper speed, tire air levels, what gear I am in nothing. I contacted dealer and they have heard of no issues and cannot get me in for repairs until at least two weeks. I feel this is very unsafe since I am not sure of my speed or my fuel level! There was no warning whatsoever, just a black screen.
2026-08-12Electrical (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM)
NHTSA ODI 11756567
CrashFireInjuryDeath
The contact owns a 2024 Kia Telluride. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V430000 (Seats); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle experienced a failure to start. The contact charged the remote battery pack, and a technician jump-started the vehicle at the residence. While attempting to schedule an appointment with the dealer, the contact was informed that the recall repair could not be completed. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that parts were anticipated to be available by the end of August 2026. The failure mileage was approximately 34,000.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems on the 2024 KIA Telluride?

Owners named Glass / wipers / cameras most often — 28 of 214 reports (13%). That is the NHTSA file, not a diagnosis of every vehicle.

Are there recalls for the 2024 KIA Telluride?

NHTSA lists 5 safety recall campaigns. They were filed about Engine, Transmission / driveline, and Body / frame. Check the VIN at nhtsa.gov; a campaign on this page can still be open on a specific vehicle.

What should I inspect before buying a 2024 KIA Telluride?

Look up the VIN for open recalls. Check windshield, wipers and any camera or sensor the listing claims is there. Then skim owner filings for the same symptom and take that list to a mechanic.

Does a high complaint count mean I should skip this year?

No. Counts are reports people chose to file and they are not adjusted for sales volume. YearTell does not publish scores or a list of years to skip. Inspect the vehicle.

EPA Fuel Economy Database Snapshot 2026-08-21 Open source record

Estimated Ownership Cost

EPA fuel economy ratings and annual operating cost estimates

Data: US EPA Fuel Economy Guide · snapshot 2026-08-21
Supported range: 1,000–60,000 miles per year
Supported range: $1.50–$10.00 per gallon
55% city45% highway
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Adjacent Model Years

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NHTSA Consumer Complaints Snapshot 2026-09-07 Open source record

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