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ProblemsByVin File / 2022-KIA-TELLURIDE NHTSA data synced 4 days ago
2022 · Kia

Kia Telluride problems

302 owner complaints and 3 active recall campaigns on file. Here's the breakdown — what's serious, what's noise, what a working mechanic would actually do about it.

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Reliability score
6.6 / 10

Average for the segment. Some recurring trouble spots worth knowing about.

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Should you avoid this 2022 Telluride?
Acceptable — with caveats

Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.

Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

visibility
84 reports · fails ~29,089 mi · avg $350
moderate
electrical
57 reports · fails ~28,740 mi · avg $850
moderate
powertrain
19 reports · fails ~44,520 mi · avg $2,500
severe
engine
14 reports · avg $3,100
severe
body
12 reports · avg $1,500
moderate
brakes
9 reports · fails ~30,000 mi · avg $450
severe
suspension
8 reports · fails ~46,000 mi · avg $900
moderate
airbags
5 reports · avg $1,100
severe
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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2022 Telluride · visibility
Description of the Problem: I noticed a crack suddenly appearing on my car’s windshield without any external impact, such as a rock or debris. The crack seems to have formed spontaneously, starting from the bottom edge and growing through the center of the glass, and there are…
2022 Telluride · visibility
The contact owns a 2022 Kia Telluride. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the rear windshield inadvertently shattered. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who was unable to diagnose the failure. The…
12/27/2024 · at 37,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #11632666.0 · see visibility pattern →
2022 Telluride · body
While driving our 2022 Kia Telluride under normal operating conditions, the panoramic sunroof glass suddenly and spontaneously shattered outward with a loud explosion-like noise. The sunroof was fully closed at the time of the explosion. There was no impact with any object, no…
2022 Telluride · powertrain
My new AWD 2022 Kia Telluride vibration/ humming at 65 mph and above from day 1. It’s been in service 5 times and they are not able to fix the problem. The dealership we bought it from didn’t even admit there is a problem so we had to take it to another dealership which actually…
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Active recalls showing 3 of 3

severe NHTSA 21V577000 July 28, 2021

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 Telluride vehicles

A blank LCD display may be missing information, such as the digital speedometer, gear selection indicator, and odometer, which may increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will update the instrument cluster's software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 3, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC215.
severe NHTSA 22V344000 May 17, 2022

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 Telluride vehicles

A blank instrument cluster display screen will not show critical information, such as the odometer, which can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the instrument cluster assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC237.
severe NHTSA 22V626000 August 15, 2022

Kia America, Inc

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

Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install a new fuse and a wiring harness extension. Dealers will also inspect and replace the tow hitch harness assembly, as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 12, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC247.

Common questions

Is the 2022 Kia Telluride reliable?

It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 6.6 out of 10 based on 302 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2022 Kia Telluride has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.

Should you avoid the 2022 Kia Telluride?

The 2022 Kia Telluride is acceptable, with specific caveats. Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy. The record behind that call: Reliability score 6.6/10 — around the segment average; 3 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.

What's the most common problem on the 2022 Kia Telluride?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is visibility, with 84 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 29,089 miles. Average repair cost runs about $350 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The visibility is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $350 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 29,089 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Kia Telluride has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2022 Kia Telluride?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 302 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $350, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 4 days ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2022/Kia/Telluride. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Kia. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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