The 2020 Kia Telluride's high safety profile includes 6 recall campaigns and 695 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

Recalls

695

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

19V5940002019-13-08

SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2020 Telluride vehicles. The seat belt assemblies in the front passenger, second, and/or third row seats may not tightly secure a child restraint system in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

If a child seat is not properly secured, there is an increased risk of injury to the occupant in a crash.

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20V4360002020-28-07

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2020 Telluride vehicles equipped with Smart Cruise Control (SCC). When a trailer is connected to the vehicle, the trailer brake lights will not illuminate when the SCC applies the brakes. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Inoperative trailer brake lights can fail to warn other drivers that the vehicle is slowing, increasing the risk of a crash.

View at NHTSA

22V6260002022-15-08

TRAILER HITCHES

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Telluride vehicles potentially equipped with a Genuine Kia 4-pin tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Kia dealership. Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.

A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

View at NHTSA

View all 6 recalls

24V1480002024-26-02

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2020 Telluride vehicles. The high beam headlights may fail.

Inoperable high beam headlights may reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

View at NHTSA

24V2140002024-20-03

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

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.

A vehicle roll away increases the risk of a crash or injury.

View at NHTSA

24V4070002024-05-06

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.

A fire increases the risk of injury.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2020 Kia Telluride has accumulated 695 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with exterior lighting leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Exterior Lighting162

02Visibility/wiper121

03Unknown Or Other84

04Engine78

05Structure34

695 total across 1 model years (2020–2020)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Kia Telluride Fuel Economy

21–23mpg combined

19-20city

24-26hwy

$1,900-$2,100/yr

With 2 configurations tested, the 2020 Kia Telluride ranges from 21 to 23 MPG combined. That's a 2 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim

Telluride FWD - Automatic (S8)

23mpg

3.8L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

20 city26 hwy~$1,900/yr5/10 Average

Telluride AWD - Automatic (S8)

21mpg

3.8L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

19 city24 hwy~$2,100/yr4/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2020 Kia Telluride

35States

23%in top 3

If you're near Texas, you're in luck: 9% of listings are there. But with 35 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

TXTexas

1,2219%

FLFlorida

1,0918%

CACalifornia

7946%

PAPennsylvania

6925%

MOMissouri

6675%

DCWashington DC

5274%

UTUtah

4824%

MDMaryland

4653%

DEDelaware

4633%

GAGeorgia

4473%

OHOhio

4403%

ILIllinois

4383%

NJNew Jersey

4253%

NYNew York

4253%

COColorado

4183%

AZArizona

4123%

MNMinnesota

3813%

NCNorth Carolina

3473%

OKOklahoma

3102%

WAWashington

2972%

INIndiana

2862%

OROregon

2422%

TNTennessee

2352%

MI219

NH205

WY191

NV139

MA133

WI130

ID121

RI106

VA95

AL86

NE83

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2020.

2020 Kia Telluride: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 2020 Kia Telluride a good car to buy?

The 2020 Kia Telluride has its strengths and its watch-outs. 6 recalls have been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Owners report exterior lighting as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

Are there recalls on the 2020 Kia Telluride?

Yes, 6 recalls on record. The good news: recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Check the safety report for specifics, and always run the VIN before buying.

What's the gas mileage of the 2020 Kia Telluride?

Depending on configuration, the 2020 Kia Telluride delivers 21–23 MPG combined. Choose wisely. The full comparison shows how engine choice affects your wallet.

What are common problems with the 2020 Kia Telluride?

Out of 695 owner complaints, exterior lighting issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.

How does the 2020 compare to other Kia Telluride years?

Each Kia Telluride model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the Kia Telluride overview page.