Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 11/01/2026
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
The most-reported problem — Engine (39.5% of complaints) — recall and investigation status for this vehicle is currently unavailable.
Engine complaints here are 3.2× the median for that category across the 2588 model-years tracked on this site.
| Complaint category | Reports | Official status | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 49 · 39.5% | not available | — |
| Electrical System | 21 · 16.9% | not available | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 18 · 14.5% | not available | — |
| Power Train | 9 · 7.3% | not available | — |
| Steering | 9 · 7.3% | not available | — |
| Seats | 8 · 6.5% | Recalled | Recall 26V105000 |
Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Percentages are the share of the 124 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.
NHTSA campaign 25V494000 · 2025 · reported 07/29/2025
A detached trim piece can become a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 25V745000 · 2025 · reported 10/31/2025
Anti-lock braking or traction control systems that do not function properly can increase the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 26V105000 · 2026 · reported 02/24/2026
A seat back frame that fails to properly restrain an occupant during a crash increases the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
“2025 Kia Telluride engine shut down on highway in construction zone with no shoulder. Engine shut off, alarms sounded and it displayed to put the…”NHTSA complaint 11770102 — filed 10/09/2026 · ENGINE
“The engine randomly turns off and I get a warning that says "Engine Off! Shift to P or N, then start engine" This happened recently…”NHTSA complaint 11766464 — filed 09/23/2026 · ENGINE
“My 2025 Kia Telluride has experienced repeated, unresolved engine stalling/shutdown while driving. The defect began as stalling at low speeds approaching stops and has escalated…”NHTSA complaint 11765128 — filed 09/17/2026 · ENGINE
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Engine issues are the most-reported category, cited in 49 of 124 NHTSA complaints (39.5%), followed by unspecified/other issues (22), electrical system (21), visibility/wiper (18). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
124 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 11/01/2026. Of those, 3 involved a crash, 2 involved a fire, and 5 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.
Yes — 3 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 25V494000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.
No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.
