Does the 2027 Kia Telluride have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2027 Kia Telluride, the most recent reported on June 2, 2026 (Seat belts: front). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2027 Kia Telluride?

Owners have filed 27 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is seat belts (8 complaints), followed by power train (6).

How many 2027 Kia Telluride complaints mention a crash or fire?

1 of 27 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2027 Kia Telluride recalls and problems

2 recalls and 27 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2027 Kia Telluride.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2027 Kia Telluride recalls

Seat belts: front

NHTSA campaign 26V356000 · reported June 2, 2026 · Kia America, Inc. · 6,264 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Kia America, Inc (Kia) is recalling certain 2027 Telluride and Telluride Hybrid vehicles. The driver seat belt emergency locking retractor may lock, causing the seat belt strap not to extend. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
The risk: A seat belt strap that does not extend can fail to restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the seat belt assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 31, 2026. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning June 16, 2026.

Seat belts: rear/other, anchorage

NHTSA campaign 26V135000 · reported March 6, 2026 · Kia America, Inc. · 14,870 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Kia America, Inc (Kia) is recalling certain 2027 Kia Telluride and 2026 Kia K4 vehicles. The rear center seat belt anchor buckle in the 2026 K4 and the third-row center seat belt anchor buckle in the 2027 Telluride may not latch properly.
The risk: A seat belt buckle that is not latched properly can fail to restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the anchor buckle assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 5, 2026. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC364. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 20, 2026.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Seat belts8
Power train6
Seats6
Electrical system4
Unknown or other4
Service brakes3
Back over prevention2
Engine2
Forward collision avoidance1
Structure1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Oct 20, 2026 · Visibility/wiper
Some film on the windshield, tried removing it with car soap, degreaser, and even a clay bar, some film is remaining and could be chemical related from factory

Oct 19, 2026 · Seat belts
The passenger side second row seat belt has been malfunctioning since I purchased the vehicle new. It doesn’t retract properly. I told this to my dealership at my first oil change but they said there was no recall. It had not been much of an issue with the seat only being used by my son who is of small frame and…

Oct 6, 2026 · Electrical system
Power seats malfunction

Sep 23, 2026 · Power train
Upon Acceleration there was a screeching noise every time. Yesterday the car would not speed up and Rpms were so high. Engine began over heating and got a message to park car and leave running, car started smoking and almost got hit trying to pull out because the car wouldn't speed up with the pedal to the floor. Also…

Sep 22, 2026 · Power train
I noticed while driving my gas model that when I pulled off from a complete stop it takes time to accelerate although the RPMS are raising. It feels like its struggling to accelerate. It is intermittent but its very noticeable. I have to press the gas pedal very slowly for it to eventually pick up. This is a little…

Telluride model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2024	5	223	6	2
2025	3	122	3	2
2027	2	27	1	0

Across all years, the 2020 Telluride has the most complaints (777). All Kia Telluride years →

Questions

Does the 2027 Kia Telluride have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2027 Kia Telluride, the most recent reported on June 2, 2026 (Seat belts: front). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2027 Kia Telluride?: Owners have filed 27 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is seat belts (8 complaints), followed by power train (6).
How many 2027 Kia Telluride complaints mention a crash or fire?: 1 of 27 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 20, 2026.