Avoid: No year grades F. Weakest: 2020
Best: 2023
4 model years of NHTSA owner complaints and recalls · How we grade
Across 6 model years, the Kia Telluride has 1,987 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 33 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are visibility/wiper and engine. 2020 drew the most complaints (761), 2023 the fewest of the years on the road 3+ years (207).
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for Kia Telluride vehicles (US, public record). Typical used asking price $25,500–$35,248.
Complaint volume by model year. Raw NHTSA totals, not adjusted for sales volume or time on the road, so older and higher-selling years accumulate more. Every year links to its full breakdown.
Highest: 2020 (761 complaints). Lowest: 2023 (207).
Mixed to positive sentiment overall, with a clear generational divide.
Described as lethargic, slow, lacking responsiveness, and struggling with acceleration compared to turbocharged rivals.
Poor customer service, difficulty getting warranty repairs approved, lack of respect for customers, and general service quality concerns.
General apprehension about the vehicle's durability beyond 100,000 miles or outside the warranty period, often contrasted with perceptions of Toyota/Honda longevity.
Reports of excessive oil consumption requiring top-ups between changes and, in isolated cases, engine replacement.
Particularly on models with tow/self-leveling suspension, noted as a known issue with technical service bulletins (TSBs) issued.
Owner insights cover all generations of the Telluride. Individual model years are broken down above.
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