TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: WSS SOFTWARE UPGRADE (SC301) - This bulletin provides information to update the Wheel Speed Sensor (WSS) software on certain 2020-2024MY Telluride (ON) vehicles manufactured from January 9, 2019 through March 10, 2024.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2023 Kia Telluride brakes problems
moderate Owners of the 2023 Kia Telluride have filed 3 NHTSA complaints about the brakes at roughly $450 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See brakes across all vehicles →
Complaints
3
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$450
| Model year | brakes complaints |
|---|---|
| 2020 Telluride | 8 |
| 2021 Telluride | 9 |
| 2022 Telluride | 9 |
| 2023 Telluride (this page) | 3 |
| 2024 Telluride | 6 |
What stands out
Of the 5 model years of Kia Telluride we track for brakes problems, this one has the fewest owner complaints on file (3).
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering brakes on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION (SC301) - This document is the owner notification advising that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign to inspect and, if necessary, replace the wheel speed sensor(s) in certain 2020-2024 MY Telluride vehicles. Kia will also update the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) software with improved logic.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: DEALER PRINCIPAL MEMO (SC301) - This document is the announcement to the dealer principals that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign on all 2020-2023 MY and certain 2024 MY Telluride vehicles manufactured from January 9, 2019 through March 10, 2024.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: DEALER PARTS & SERVICE MANAGERS MEMO (SC301) - This document is the announcement to the dealer Parts and Service Managers that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign on all 2020-2023 MY and certain 2024 MY Telluride vehicles manufactured from January 9, 2019 through March 10, 2024.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: QUESTION AND ANSWER (SC301) - This document is the Question and Answer Guide containing the most frequently asked questions regarding the Voluntary Service Campaign SC301.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
What owners are reporting 0 most recent
Had brakes trouble with your 2023 Kia Telluride?
File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.
Common questions
How serious is the brakes problem on the 2023 Kia Telluride?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 3 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $450 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the brakes typically fail?
Based on the 3 complaints filed, brakes issues most often appear around 35,000 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $450 for brakes repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to brakes?
No active recalls currently cover brakes issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2023/Kia/Telluride.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area. Some links on this page are affiliate links.