2025 Kia Telluride Recalls, Problems & MPG
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls and 122 owner complaints for the 2025 Kia Telluride. The EPA rates it 20 to 22 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
- Recalls
- 3
- Owner complaints
- 122
- Crashes / fires reported
- 3 / 2
- EPA combined
- 20–22 MPG
2025 Kia Telluride recalls
SeatsFeb 23, 2026 · NHTSA 26V105000+
Risk: A seat back frame that fails to properly restrain an occupant during a crash increases the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the front seat back frame assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning April 24, 2026. Owners may contact Kia Customer Service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC362. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 9, 2026.
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.
TiresOct 31, 2025 · NHTSA 25V745000+
Risk: Anti-lock braking or traction control systems that do not function properly can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the spare wheel and tire assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 3, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC355. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 13, 2025.
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."
StructureJul 28, 2025 · NHTSA 25V494000+
Risk: A detached trim piece can become a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Telluride vehicles. The door belt molding trim can delaminate and detach from the vehicle.
Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.
Most reported 2025 Kia Telluride problems
Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.
- Engine47
- Electrical System22
- Unknown or Other22
- Visibility/Wiper18
- Power Train8
- Seats8
- Steering8
- Structure6
2025 Kia Telluride gas mileage
EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).
| Version | Engine | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Telluride FWD | 3.8 L 6 cyl, Automatic (S8) | 20 | 26 | 22 | $2,900 |
| Telluride AWD | 3.8 L 6 cyl, Automatic (S8) | 18 | 23 | 20 | $3,200 |
Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.
Questions
Does the 2025 Kia Telluride have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2025 Kia Telluride, most recently for the seats (Feb 23, 2026). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2025 Kia Telluride problems?
Owners filed 122 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are engine (47), electrical system (22), unknown or other (22).
What gas mileage does the 2025 Kia Telluride get?
The EPA rates the 2025 Kia Telluride at 20 to 22 MPG combined (best version: 20 city / 26 highway).
Sources: NHTSA recalls and owner complaints (api.nhtsa.gov), EPA fuel economy (fueleconomy.gov). Updated Oct 26, 2026. Complaint counts are unverified owner reports.