Federal safety data shows 3 recalls and 67 complaints for the 2025 Kia Telluride, a elevated safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

25V4940002025-28-07

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.

A detached trim piece can become a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.

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25V7450002025-31-10

TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 Telluride and 2026 Sorento vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with an incorrect spare tire which, when installed, can impair the anti-lock braking system (ABS) and the traction control system (TCS). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Anti-lock braking or traction control systems that do not function properly can increase the risk of a crash.

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26V1050002026-23-02

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 Telluride vehicles, equipped with power front seat(s). Due to a manufacturing error, the driver and passenger seat back frame assemblies may fail to properly restrain occupants in a crash.

A seat back frame that fails to properly restrain an occupant during a crash increases the risk of injury.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 67 issues reported over 1 model years, unknown or other problems are the most common for the 2025 Kia Telluride. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Unknown Or Other12

02Visibility/wiper9

03Seats7

04Engine6

05Electrical System,engine3

67 total across 1 model years (2025–2025)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Kia Telluride Fuel Economy

20–22mpg combined

18-20city

23-26hwy

$3,050-$3,400/yr

The 2025 Kia Telluride delivers 20 to 22 MPG combined across 2 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim

Telluride FWD - Automatic (S8)

22mpg

3.8L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

20 city26 hwy~$3,050/yr5/10 Average

Telluride AWD - Automatic (S8)

20mpg

3.8L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

18 city23 hwy~$3,400/yr4/10 Average

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

Where to Find 2025 Kia Telluride

36States

24%in top 3

Texas has the most inventory at 9%, with options spread across 36 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

TXTexas

1,2409%

FLFlorida

1,1798%

CACalifornia

9787%

PAPennsylvania

7445%

MOMissouri

6164%

DCWashington DC

4843%

ILIllinois

4763%

OHOhio

4763%

GAGeorgia

4583%

AZArizona

4563%

DEDelaware

4523%

UTUtah

4433%

COColorado

4393%

NYNew York

4343%

MNMinnesota

4313%

NJNew Jersey

4293%

MDMaryland

4253%

NCNorth Carolina

4223%

WA307

OR298

OKOklahoma

2862%

INIndiana

2712%

MIMichigan

2472%

TNTennessee

2442%

NHNew Hampshire

2121%

WY191

WI168

NV144

MA142

ID116

RI111

VA106

AL103

NE99

AR90

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2025.

2025 Kia Telluride Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2025 Kia Telluride a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2025 Kia Telluride. There are 3 recalls to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2025 Kia Telluride?

NHTSA shows 3 recall campaigns for the 2025 Kia Telluride. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 2025 Kia Telluride?

You'll get between 20 and 22 MPG combined from the 2025 Kia Telluride, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2025 Kia Telluride?

UNKNOWN OR OTHER problems top the list with 67 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.