2023 Kia Telluride Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
BestComplaint Index
0/100
#6 most-complained of 6 Telluride years
The 2023 Kia Telluride ranks best among 6 model years, with a complaint index of 0 and 207 complaints logged. It carries 6 recalls, including a seat motor fire risk and a side airbag wiring defect, but shows far fewer reported problems than the 2020 or 2024 models.
- Complaints
- 207
- Recalls
- 6
- Crashes / fires
- 5 / 2
- Injuries / deaths
- 3 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 22
- 19 city / 25 hwy
Top 2023 Kia Telluride problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Other61 (29%)
- Electrical System50 (24%)
- Visibility & Wipers38 (18%)
- Engine36 (17%)
- Transmission & Powertrain24 (12%)
- Structure & Body18 (9%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras14 (7%)
- Steering10 (5%)
- Fuel System9 (4%)
- Lane Departure9 (4%)
What owners report
- Instrument cluster screens go blank or lose display while driving, cutting off speed and warning information.
- The parking brake has engaged on its own during driving, and remote-start door unlocking has failed intermittently.
- Second-row side airbags reportedly failed to deploy in a side-impact crash.
- The engine loses power or hesitates for several seconds when accelerating into traffic, sometimes followed by a jerking motion.
- Windshields have cracked or chipped with a loud popping sound, without any visible object striking the glass.
- Door trim molding has detached while driving, with water then leaking into the cabin near door electrical systems.
2023 Kia Telluride recalls
6 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 26V430000Jul 2, 2026Structure & Body462,869 vehiclesPark Outside
Seats:front assembly:power adjust
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Telluride vehicles. The front power seat motor may overheat due to a stuck power seat slide knob or an improper recall 24V407 repair, which can result in a fire while parked or driving.
Risk: 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.
- NHTSA 25V494000Jul 28, 2025Structure & Body201,149 vehicles
Structure:exterior trim
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Telluride vehicles. The door belt molding trim can delaminate and detach from the vehicle.
Risk: 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.
- NHTSA 24V407000Jun 5, 2024Structure & Body462,869 vehiclesPark Outside
Seats:front assembly:power adjust
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Telluride vehicles. The front power seat motor may overheat due to a stuck power seat slide knob, which can result in a fire while parked or driving.
Risk: 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.
2023 Kia Telluride fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 19 MPG
- Highway
- 25 MPG
- Combined
- 22 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $2,950
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2023 compared with other Telluride years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2023 Kia Telluride reliable?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2023 Telluride has a complaint index of 0 and ranks best (1 of 6) among Telluride model years, with 207 complaints and 6 recalls filed.
- What is the top problem area for the 2023 Kia Telluride?
- Electrical System issues lead with 50 complaints, 24% of the total, including 3 crashes and 1 fire, at a median mileage of 19,500.
- Does the 2023 Kia Telluride have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2023 Telluride, covering a front power seat motor fire risk, door belt molding delamination, an instrument cluster software issue, and a second-row side airbag wiring defect.
- How does the 2023 Telluride compare to other model years?
- NHTSA data shows the 2023 Telluride has a complaint index of 0, better than the 2020 (100, Avoid), 2022 (60, Caution), and 2024 (80, Avoid) model years.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2023 Kia Telluride?
- The EPA rates the 2023 Telluride at 22 mpg combined (19 city / 25 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,950.