KIA TELLURIDE 2024

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Complaints & Recalls

206 Complaints 8 Recalls

Official Safety Recalls - Important!

8 Recalls

These are official manufacturer recalls ordered by NHTSA for safety defects. If you own this vehicle, contact your dealer immediately for free repairs.

Kia America, Inc.
NHTSA Campaign: 25V494000 SAFETY RECALL
201.1K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Jul 28, 2025
Safety Issue:

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Telluride vehicles. The door belt molding trim can delaminate and detach from the vehicle.

Potential Risk:
A detached trim piece can become a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
Dealers will inspect and replace the belt molding trim assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 26, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC347.
Action Required: Contact your local KIA dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: SC347
Recall Date: Jul 28, 2025
Kia America, Inc.
NHTSA Campaign: 24V407000 SAFETY RECALL
462.9K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Jun 5, 2024
Safety Issue:

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.

Potential Risk:
A fire increases the risk of injury.
FREE Recall Solution:
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.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local KIA dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: SC316
Notice Date: Jul 30, 2024
Recall Date: Jun 5, 2024
Kia America, Inc.
NHTSA Campaign: 24V214000 SAFETY RECALL
427.4K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Mar 20, 2024
Safety Issue:

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Telluride vehicles. The intermediate shaft and right front driveshaft may not be fully engaged, which can result in vehicle roll away while in PARK.

Potential Risk:
A vehicle roll away increases the risk of a crash or injury.
FREE Recall Solution:
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.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local KIA dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: SC303
Notice Date: May 15, 2024
Recall Date: Mar 20, 2024
Kia America, Inc.
NHTSA Campaign: 24V077000 SAFETY RECALL
2.9K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Feb 7, 2024
Safety Issue:

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2024 Telluride vehicles. The engine valve springs may break while driving, which can result in a loss of drive power and possibly create a hole in the engine block.

Potential Risk:
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. A hole in the engine block increases the risk of a fire.
FREE Recall Solution:
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.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local KIA dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: SC296
Notice Date: Apr 5, 2024
Recall Date: Feb 7, 2024

Consumer Complaints

206 Complaints
Kia America, Inc.
Campaign: 11629649 Other
Dec 9, 2024
Defect Description:

SERVICE BRAKES

Potential Consequences:

The Brakes on this car had a failure. As the car was approaching a stop, the pedal went to the floor without any notable slowing of the vehicle. Fortunately, there was not a car immediately in front my Telluride or approaching from the side, so there was no impact. The car was then towed to the Robert Brogden Olathe, Kia and inspected. They reported that the ABS light was on and that their was air in the brake line. Using a manual bleeding procedure, the air was removed, but they have not found how their air got into the line during the last mile. Obviously, Root Cause for the air getting into the sealed system must be identified for this car to be considered safe to drive. We took delivery of this vehicle on [XXX] with fewer than 50 miles on the odometer and it was inspected and tested for 100% of all systems fully operational. During the first 700+ miles, the brakes worked perfectly. Kia Service ticket it [XXX]. Kia Customer Service Case Number [XXX]. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Corrective Action:

The Brakes on this car had a failure. As the car was approaching a stop, the pedal went to the floor without any notable slowing of the vehicle. Fortunately, there was not a car immediately in front my Telluride or approaching from the side, so there was no impact. The car was then towed to the Robert Brogden Olathe, Kia and inspected. They reported that the ABS light was on and that their was air in the brake line. Using a manual bleeding procedure, the air was removed, but they have not found how their air got into the line during the last mile. Obviously, Root Cause for the air getting into the sealed system must be identified for this car to be considered safe to drive. We took delivery of this vehicle on [XXX] with fewer than 50 miles on the odometer and it was inspected and tested for 100% of all systems fully operational. During the first 700+ miles, the brakes worked perfectly. Kia Service ticket it [XXX]. Kia Customer Service Case Number [XXX]. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Additional Notes:

The Brakes on this car had a failure. As the car was approaching a stop, the pedal went to the floor without any notable slowing of the vehicle. Fortunately, there was not a car immediately in front my Telluride or approaching from the side, so there was no impact. The car was then towed to the Robert Brogden Olathe, Kia and inspected. They reported that the ABS light was on and that their was air in the brake line. Using a manual bleeding procedure, the air was removed, but they have not found how their air got into the line during the last mile. Obviously, Root Cause for the air getting into the sealed system must be identified for this car to be considered safe to drive. We took delivery of this vehicle on [XXX] with fewer than 50 miles on the odometer and it was inspected and tested for 100% of all systems fully operational. During the first 700+ miles, the brakes worked perfectly. Kia Service ticket it [XXX]. Kia Customer Service Case Number [XXX]. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: 11629649
Notice Date: Dec 9, 2024
Recall Date: Dec 9, 2024
Kia America, Inc.
Campaign: 11628591 Other
Dec 3, 2024
Defect Description:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Potential Consequences:

Brand new Kia, and window Door trim adhesive fails within four months and trim is falling off while driving. All four trim has fallen off. Kia is aware of the issue and parts have not been available to fix. Dealers do not have parts and Kia USA says its unavailable. just one of many example of others with the same issue: [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Corrective Action:

Brand new Kia, and window Door trim adhesive fails within four months and trim is falling off while driving. All four trim has fallen off. Kia is aware of the issue and parts have not been available to fix. Dealers do not have parts and Kia USA says its unavailable. just one of many example of others with the same issue: [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Additional Notes:

Brand new Kia, and window Door trim adhesive fails within four months and trim is falling off while driving. All four trim has fallen off. Kia is aware of the issue and parts have not been available to fix. Dealers do not have parts and Kia USA says its unavailable. just one of many example of others with the same issue: [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: 11628591
Notice Date: Dec 3, 2024
Recall Date: Dec 3, 2024
Kia America, Inc.
Campaign: 11627906 Other
Nov 29, 2024
Defect Description:

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS

Potential Consequences:

Intermittently, the forward collision system engages (including self-braking) inappropriately when car is moving and there are no objects that should engage system. Happens at lower cruise control speeds most often. I started noticing after an update was installed to my vehicle in late Aug 2024. I went to Jeff Wyler Fairfield Kia, 5815 Dixie Highway, Fairfield, OH 45014. They refused to fix issue for unknown reasons. Obviously, a car braking suddenly without warning when moving is a serious issue that can result in serious injury, death.

Corrective Action:

Intermittently, the forward collision system engages (including self-braking) inappropriately when car is moving and there are no objects that should engage system. Happens at lower cruise control speeds most often. I started noticing after an update was installed to my vehicle in late Aug 2024. I went to Jeff Wyler Fairfield Kia, 5815 Dixie Highway, Fairfield, OH 45014. They refused to fix issue for unknown reasons. Obviously, a car braking suddenly without warning when moving is a serious issue that can result in serious injury, death.

Additional Notes:

Intermittently, the forward collision system engages (including self-braking) inappropriately when car is moving and there are no objects that should engage system. Happens at lower cruise control speeds most often. I started noticing after an update was installed to my vehicle in late Aug 2024. I went to Jeff Wyler Fairfield Kia, 5815 Dixie Highway, Fairfield, OH 45014. They refused to fix issue for unknown reasons. Obviously, a car braking suddenly without warning when moving is a serious issue that can result in serious injury, death.

Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: 11627906
Notice Date: Nov 29, 2024
Recall Date: Nov 29, 2024
Kia America, Inc.
Campaign: 11627906 Other
Nov 29, 2024
Defect Description:

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL

Potential Consequences:

Intermittently, the forward collision system engages (including self-braking) inappropriately when car is moving and there are no objects that should engage system. Happens at lower cruise control speeds most often. I started noticing after an update was installed to my vehicle in late Aug 2024. I went to Jeff Wyler Fairfield Kia, 5815 Dixie Highway, Fairfield, OH 45014. They refused to fix issue for unknown reasons. Obviously, a car braking suddenly without warning when moving is a serious issue that can result in serious injury, death.

Corrective Action:

Intermittently, the forward collision system engages (including self-braking) inappropriately when car is moving and there are no objects that should engage system. Happens at lower cruise control speeds most often. I started noticing after an update was installed to my vehicle in late Aug 2024. I went to Jeff Wyler Fairfield Kia, 5815 Dixie Highway, Fairfield, OH 45014. They refused to fix issue for unknown reasons. Obviously, a car braking suddenly without warning when moving is a serious issue that can result in serious injury, death.

Additional Notes:

Intermittently, the forward collision system engages (including self-braking) inappropriately when car is moving and there are no objects that should engage system. Happens at lower cruise control speeds most often. I started noticing after an update was installed to my vehicle in late Aug 2024. I went to Jeff Wyler Fairfield Kia, 5815 Dixie Highway, Fairfield, OH 45014. They refused to fix issue for unknown reasons. Obviously, a car braking suddenly without warning when moving is a serious issue that can result in serious injury, death.

Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: 11627906
Notice Date: Nov 29, 2024
Recall Date: Nov 29, 2024
Kia America, Inc.
Campaign: 11627914 Other
Nov 29, 2024
Defect Description:

STRUCTURE:BODY

Potential Consequences:

I have trim pieces around side windows falling off my new vehicle or in process of falling off my vehicle. This seems to be possible safety hazard to other vehicles on the road.

Corrective Action:

I have trim pieces around side windows falling off my new vehicle or in process of falling off my vehicle. This seems to be possible safety hazard to other vehicles on the road.

Additional Notes:

I have trim pieces around side windows falling off my new vehicle or in process of falling off my vehicle. This seems to be possible safety hazard to other vehicles on the road.

Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: 11627914
Notice Date: Nov 29, 2024
Recall Date: Nov 29, 2024
Kia America, Inc.
Campaign: 11627257 Other
Nov 25, 2024
Defect Description:

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Potential Consequences:

The vehicle fails to accelerate from a stop in snow mode. Engine does not respond to acceleration pedal. My wife was stuck halfway in a intersection of a state highway. She had to shut off engine and restart the vehicle to get the car to function. No warning lights appeared. This has happened twice in the last week and after some research on the internet, it seems like this is not an isolated incident. Others have reported this same problem. Here is one particular case ID i saw was #11560843 with the same problem.

Corrective Action:

The vehicle fails to accelerate from a stop in snow mode. Engine does not respond to acceleration pedal. My wife was stuck halfway in a intersection of a state highway. She had to shut off engine and restart the vehicle to get the car to function. No warning lights appeared. This has happened twice in the last week and after some research on the internet, it seems like this is not an isolated incident. Others have reported this same problem. Here is one particular case ID i saw was #11560843 with the same problem.

Additional Notes:

The vehicle fails to accelerate from a stop in snow mode. Engine does not respond to acceleration pedal. My wife was stuck halfway in a intersection of a state highway. She had to shut off engine and restart the vehicle to get the car to function. No warning lights appeared. This has happened twice in the last week and after some research on the internet, it seems like this is not an isolated incident. Others have reported this same problem. Here is one particular case ID i saw was #11560843 with the same problem.

Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: 11627257
Notice Date: Nov 25, 2024
Recall Date: Nov 25, 2024
Kia America, Inc.
Campaign: 11627257 Other
Nov 25, 2024
Defect Description:

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Potential Consequences:

The vehicle fails to accelerate from a stop in snow mode. Engine does not respond to acceleration pedal. My wife was stuck halfway in a intersection of a state highway. She had to shut off engine and restart the vehicle to get the car to function. No warning lights appeared. This has happened twice in the last week and after some research on the internet, it seems like this is not an isolated incident. Others have reported this same problem. Here is one particular case ID i saw was #11560843 with the same problem.

Corrective Action:

The vehicle fails to accelerate from a stop in snow mode. Engine does not respond to acceleration pedal. My wife was stuck halfway in a intersection of a state highway. She had to shut off engine and restart the vehicle to get the car to function. No warning lights appeared. This has happened twice in the last week and after some research on the internet, it seems like this is not an isolated incident. Others have reported this same problem. Here is one particular case ID i saw was #11560843 with the same problem.

Additional Notes:

The vehicle fails to accelerate from a stop in snow mode. Engine does not respond to acceleration pedal. My wife was stuck halfway in a intersection of a state highway. She had to shut off engine and restart the vehicle to get the car to function. No warning lights appeared. This has happened twice in the last week and after some research on the internet, it seems like this is not an isolated incident. Others have reported this same problem. Here is one particular case ID i saw was #11560843 with the same problem.

Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: 11627257
Notice Date: Nov 25, 2024
Recall Date: Nov 25, 2024
Kia America, Inc.
Campaign: 11626459 Other
Nov 20, 2024
Defect Description:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Potential Consequences:

I was driving at on the highway at 65 MPH in 60-65 degree temperatures on an open highway with minimal traffic on clean roads with no road debris. A loud explosion followed by observing through the rearview mirror shattered sunroof glass shower over the back of the car. There was no damage to the shade cover nor remainder of the roof to suggest something struck the top of the car.

Corrective Action:

I was driving at on the highway at 65 MPH in 60-65 degree temperatures on an open highway with minimal traffic on clean roads with no road debris. A loud explosion followed by observing through the rearview mirror shattered sunroof glass shower over the back of the car. There was no damage to the shade cover nor remainder of the roof to suggest something struck the top of the car.

Additional Notes:

I was driving at on the highway at 65 MPH in 60-65 degree temperatures on an open highway with minimal traffic on clean roads with no road debris. A loud explosion followed by observing through the rearview mirror shattered sunroof glass shower over the back of the car. There was no damage to the shade cover nor remainder of the roof to suggest something struck the top of the car.

Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: 11626459
Notice Date: Nov 20, 2024
Recall Date: Nov 20, 2024
Kia America, Inc.
Campaign: 11626273 Other
Nov 19, 2024
Defect Description:

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

Potential Consequences:

The contact owns a 2024 Kia Telluride. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver's side rear window independently fractured. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic; however, the cause for the failure was not yet determined. The window was replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 8,400.

Corrective Action:

The contact owns a 2024 Kia Telluride. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver's side rear window independently fractured. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic; however, the cause for the failure was not yet determined. The window was replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 8,400.

Additional Notes:

The contact owns a 2024 Kia Telluride. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver's side rear window independently fractured. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic; however, the cause for the failure was not yet determined. The window was replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 8,400.

Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: 11626273
Notice Date: Nov 19, 2024
Recall Date: Nov 19, 2024
Kia America, Inc.
Campaign: 11624070 Other
Nov 7, 2024
Defect Description:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Consequences:

Gauge cluster is completely black. I am unable to tell the speed I am going, see how much gas I have or use features like the blind spot detection.

Corrective Action:

Gauge cluster is completely black. I am unable to tell the speed I am going, see how much gas I have or use features like the blind spot detection.

Additional Notes:

Gauge cluster is completely black. I am unable to tell the speed I am going, see how much gas I have or use features like the blind spot detection.

Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: 11624070
Notice Date: Nov 7, 2024
Recall Date: Nov 7, 2024
Kia America, Inc.
Campaign: 11624070 Other
Nov 7, 2024
Defect Description:

LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION

Potential Consequences:

Gauge cluster is completely black. I am unable to tell the speed I am going, see how much gas I have or use features like the blind spot detection.

Corrective Action:

Gauge cluster is completely black. I am unable to tell the speed I am going, see how much gas I have or use features like the blind spot detection.

Additional Notes:

Gauge cluster is completely black. I am unable to tell the speed I am going, see how much gas I have or use features like the blind spot detection.

Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: 11624070
Notice Date: Nov 7, 2024
Recall Date: Nov 7, 2024
Kia America, Inc.
Campaign: 11624070 Other
Nov 7, 2024
Defect Description:

LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING

Potential Consequences:

Gauge cluster is completely black. I am unable to tell the speed I am going, see how much gas I have or use features like the blind spot detection.

Corrective Action:

Gauge cluster is completely black. I am unable to tell the speed I am going, see how much gas I have or use features like the blind spot detection.

Additional Notes:

Gauge cluster is completely black. I am unable to tell the speed I am going, see how much gas I have or use features like the blind spot detection.

Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: 11624070
Notice Date: Nov 7, 2024
Recall Date: Nov 7, 2024
Kia America, Inc.
Campaign: 11622966 Other
Oct 31, 2024
Defect Description:

VISIBILITY/WIPER

Potential Consequences:

I was driving on the highway, heard a pop noise, assume a rock hit windshield but did not see anything, I got off on my exit, went into a store and came back out a few mins later and saw windshield had a long crack from the top down approx 14 inches.

Corrective Action:

I was driving on the highway, heard a pop noise, assume a rock hit windshield but did not see anything, I got off on my exit, went into a store and came back out a few mins later and saw windshield had a long crack from the top down approx 14 inches.

Additional Notes:

I was driving on the highway, heard a pop noise, assume a rock hit windshield but did not see anything, I got off on my exit, went into a store and came back out a few mins later and saw windshield had a long crack from the top down approx 14 inches.

Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: 11622966
Notice Date: Oct 31, 2024
Recall Date: Oct 31, 2024
Kia America, Inc.
Campaign: 11621150 Other
Oct 21, 2024
Defect Description:

VISIBILITY/WIPER

Potential Consequences:

Windshield cracked.

Corrective Action:

Windshield cracked.

Additional Notes:

Windshield cracked.

Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: 11621150
Notice Date: Oct 21, 2024
Recall Date: Oct 21, 2024
Kia America, Inc.
Campaign: 11619564 Other
Oct 13, 2024
Defect Description:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Potential Consequences:

Sunroof shattered while driving. Nothing struck the glass, we were not around any other vehicles, etc. it just exploded. The slide was closed, so no glass fell in vehicle.

Corrective Action:

Sunroof shattered while driving. Nothing struck the glass, we were not around any other vehicles, etc. it just exploded. The slide was closed, so no glass fell in vehicle.

Additional Notes:

Sunroof shattered while driving. Nothing struck the glass, we were not around any other vehicles, etc. it just exploded. The slide was closed, so no glass fell in vehicle.

Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: 11619564
Notice Date: Oct 13, 2024
Recall Date: Oct 13, 2024
Kia America, Inc.
Campaign: 11617910 Other
Oct 3, 2024
Defect Description:

STRUCTURE:BODY

Potential Consequences:

Subject: Urgent Safety Concern Regarding 2024 Kia Telluride – Defective Trim/Molding Adhesive Dear National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), I am writing to report a significant safety concern regarding my 2024 Kia Telluride. Specifically, the horizontal trim/molding located under the windows has defective adhesive, causing these pieces to detach from the vehicle. I am deeply concerned that if these pieces fall off while I am driving, especially on the highway, they could potentially strike another vehicle, leading to an accident. I have brought this issue to the attention of Kia, and they are aware of the problem. In fact, the necessary parts are currently on back order, which indicates that Kia recognizes the widespread nature of the defect. However, despite this acknowledgment, no interim solution has been provided. At this point, I have had to resort to using tape, at my own expense, to temporarily secure the trim pieces and prevent them from falling off. This situation is not only an inconvenience but also poses a serious safety risk to myself and others on the road. My question is: who would bear the liability if a piece were to detach and cause damage or injury to another driver? I believe that Kia, knowing about this defect, should be taking proactive measures to prevent such incidents from occurring. I urge the NHTSA to investigate this issue, as it needs to be escalated due to the potential danger it presents to public safety. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to your prompt response.

Corrective Action:

Subject: Urgent Safety Concern Regarding 2024 Kia Telluride – Defective Trim/Molding Adhesive Dear National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), I am writing to report a significant safety concern regarding my 2024 Kia Telluride. Specifically, the horizontal trim/molding located under the windows has defective adhesive, causing these pieces to detach from the vehicle. I am deeply concerned that if these pieces fall off while I am driving, especially on the highway, they could potentially strike another vehicle, leading to an accident. I have brought this issue to the attention of Kia, and they are aware of the problem. In fact, the necessary parts are currently on back order, which indicates that Kia recognizes the widespread nature of the defect. However, despite this acknowledgment, no interim solution has been provided. At this point, I have had to resort to using tape, at my own expense, to temporarily secure the trim pieces and prevent them from falling off. This situation is not only an inconvenience but also poses a serious safety risk to myself and others on the road. My question is: who would bear the liability if a piece were to detach and cause damage or injury to another driver? I believe that Kia, knowing about this defect, should be taking proactive measures to prevent such incidents from occurring. I urge the NHTSA to investigate this issue, as it needs to be escalated due to the potential danger it presents to public safety. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to your prompt response.

Additional Notes:

Subject: Urgent Safety Concern Regarding 2024 Kia Telluride – Defective Trim/Molding Adhesive Dear National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), I am writing to report a significant safety concern regarding my 2024 Kia Telluride. Specifically, the horizontal trim/molding located under the windows has defective adhesive, causing these pieces to detach from the vehicle. I am deeply concerned that if these pieces fall off while I am driving, especially on the highway, they could potentially strike another vehicle, leading to an accident. I have brought this issue to the attention of Kia, and they are aware of the problem. In fact, the necessary parts are currently on back order, which indicates that Kia recognizes the widespread nature of the defect. However, despite this acknowledgment, no interim solution has been provided. At this point, I have had to resort to using tape, at my own expense, to temporarily secure the trim pieces and prevent them from falling off. This situation is not only an inconvenience but also poses a serious safety risk to myself and others on the road. My question is: who would bear the liability if a piece were to detach and cause damage or injury to another driver? I believe that Kia, knowing about this defect, should be taking proactive measures to prevent such incidents from occurring. I urge the NHTSA to investigate this issue, as it needs to be escalated due to the potential danger it presents to public safety. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to your prompt response.

Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: 11617910
Notice Date: Oct 3, 2024
Recall Date: Oct 3, 2024
Kia America, Inc.
Campaign: 11617630 Other
Oct 1, 2024
Defect Description:

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS

Potential Consequences:

On multiple occasions, the forward automatic breaking system has forced the breaks to turn on when there was no potential collision, causing the car to auto break/slow down in the flow of traffic and nearly get rear ended. The collision warning system triggers and the breaks quickly come on, out of my/the driver’s control. It has happened multiple times with family members in the car including young kids/infants/while I was pregnant and getting rear ended would be very dangerous. I’ve taken the vehicle to the dealership twice and have been told they are unable to replicate the issue and therefore unable to help.

Corrective Action:

On multiple occasions, the forward automatic breaking system has forced the breaks to turn on when there was no potential collision, causing the car to auto break/slow down in the flow of traffic and nearly get rear ended. The collision warning system triggers and the breaks quickly come on, out of my/the driver’s control. It has happened multiple times with family members in the car including young kids/infants/while I was pregnant and getting rear ended would be very dangerous. I’ve taken the vehicle to the dealership twice and have been told they are unable to replicate the issue and therefore unable to help.

Additional Notes:

On multiple occasions, the forward automatic breaking system has forced the breaks to turn on when there was no potential collision, causing the car to auto break/slow down in the flow of traffic and nearly get rear ended. The collision warning system triggers and the breaks quickly come on, out of my/the driver’s control. It has happened multiple times with family members in the car including young kids/infants/while I was pregnant and getting rear ended would be very dangerous. I’ve taken the vehicle to the dealership twice and have been told they are unable to replicate the issue and therefore unable to help.

Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: 11617630
Notice Date: Oct 1, 2024
Recall Date: Oct 1, 2024
Kia America, Inc.
Campaign: 11617630 Other
Oct 1, 2024
Defect Description:

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING

Potential Consequences:

On multiple occasions, the forward automatic breaking system has forced the breaks to turn on when there was no potential collision, causing the car to auto break/slow down in the flow of traffic and nearly get rear ended. The collision warning system triggers and the breaks quickly come on, out of my/the driver’s control. It has happened multiple times with family members in the car including young kids/infants/while I was pregnant and getting rear ended would be very dangerous. I’ve taken the vehicle to the dealership twice and have been told they are unable to replicate the issue and therefore unable to help.

Corrective Action:

On multiple occasions, the forward automatic breaking system has forced the breaks to turn on when there was no potential collision, causing the car to auto break/slow down in the flow of traffic and nearly get rear ended. The collision warning system triggers and the breaks quickly come on, out of my/the driver’s control. It has happened multiple times with family members in the car including young kids/infants/while I was pregnant and getting rear ended would be very dangerous. I’ve taken the vehicle to the dealership twice and have been told they are unable to replicate the issue and therefore unable to help.

Additional Notes:

On multiple occasions, the forward automatic breaking system has forced the breaks to turn on when there was no potential collision, causing the car to auto break/slow down in the flow of traffic and nearly get rear ended. The collision warning system triggers and the breaks quickly come on, out of my/the driver’s control. It has happened multiple times with family members in the car including young kids/infants/while I was pregnant and getting rear ended would be very dangerous. I’ve taken the vehicle to the dealership twice and have been told they are unable to replicate the issue and therefore unable to help.

Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: 11617630
Notice Date: Oct 1, 2024
Recall Date: Oct 1, 2024
Kia America, Inc.
Campaign: 11617303 Other
Sep 30, 2024
Defect Description:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Consequences:

Turned car on to go to work and cluster infotainment screen with speedometer and gas gage was blank.

Corrective Action:

Turned car on to go to work and cluster infotainment screen with speedometer and gas gage was blank.

Additional Notes:

Turned car on to go to work and cluster infotainment screen with speedometer and gas gage was blank.

Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: 11617303
Notice Date: Sep 30, 2024
Recall Date: Sep 30, 2024
Kia America, Inc.
Campaign: 11617303 Other
Sep 30, 2024
Defect Description:

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS

Potential Consequences:

Turned car on to go to work and cluster infotainment screen with speedometer and gas gage was blank.

Corrective Action:

Turned car on to go to work and cluster infotainment screen with speedometer and gas gage was blank.

Additional Notes:

Turned car on to go to work and cluster infotainment screen with speedometer and gas gage was blank.

Manufacturer: KIA
Mfg Campaign: 11617303
Notice Date: Sep 30, 2024
Recall Date: Sep 30, 2024

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