The contact owns a 2024 Kia Telluride. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the driver's side rear door belt molded trim detached from the vehicle. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that it was a known failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated wthat hile driving approximately 45 MPH, two years later, the trim detached from the driver's side front door.…
2024 Kia Telluride body problems
moderate 23 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,500 · see body across all vehicles →
Complaints
23
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$1,500
1injury
When does it fail?
Of the 23 body complaints filed for the 2024 Kia Telluride, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 0-25,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
Among the 6 model years of Kia Telluride in our records for body problems, this one ranks #3 by owner-complaint volume.
The failure pattern owners describe
Buyer takeaway: The 2024 Kia Telluride has a documented adhesive failure on door and window trim that's causing parts to detach and fly off, creating a highway hazard. Kia has issued a recall but repair parts are unavailable with no timeline, leaving owners either waiting indefinitely or paying out-of-pocket for temporary fixes.
Door and window trim failures dominate these complaints. Horizontal moldings and B-pillar trim under windows are delaminating and detaching due to failed adhesive, with reports spanning 5,000 to 18,000 miles. Owners describe jagged metal sticking out, pieces flapping in the wind at highway speeds, and complete detachment during driving. One owner reported a child was scratched by protruding metal. Dealer repairs consist of taping trim back on, but owners report it fails within hours. Multiple complaints cite NHTSA Campaign 25V494000 (Structure), but repair parts remain on backorder with no remedy available or estimated timeline. Kia has acknowledged the defect yet hasn't provided a interim solution, leaving owners frustrated after waiting over a year.
Less frequently, owners report sunroof glass spontaneously shattering while driving or parked with no external impact, at repair costs exceeding $8,000, and dealers declining warranty coverage. One owner also reported a door lock falling off and another windshield chipping twice in 24 hours. The trim issue is widespread—owners mention thousands of 2024 Tellurides affected and reference online forums discussing the problem.
Same Kia Telluride body reports on nearby years: 2021 · 2022 · 2023
Failure modes owners describe
Door and Window Trim Delamination/Detachment
Adhesive failure on door belt moldings, window trim panels, and B-pillar exterior trim causing pieces to separate from the vehicle body. Failures reported on all four windows and multiple door locations.
When: 5,000 to 18,000 miles; some reports at 45 MPH and highway speeds around 65-70 MPH
Symptoms owners cite: Trim pieces detaching and dangling from vehicle; Metal trim edges becoming jagged and protruding; Trim flapping in wind while driving; Pieces falling off completely during operation; Loose trim heard in car wash environments
Repairs/costs cited: Dealers temporarily taped trim in place; taped repairs failed within hours. B-pillar replacement parts on backorder. No permanent repairs completed due to parts unavailability.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign Number 25V494000 (STRUCTURE) issued; Kia confirmed awareness of defect and that parts are on backorder with no available remedy or estimated timeline. Multiple complaints state manufacturer has exceeded reasonable time for recall repair. Dealers informed customers parts unavailable.
Sunroof Glass Spontaneous Breakage
Tempered sunroof glass shattering without impact while vehicle in operation or parked. No external cause identified in either incident.
When: One at 70 MPH on interstate; one while parked in closed position
Symptoms owners cite: Loud bang/explosion of glass while driving at highway speed; Complete shattering of tempered glass; Glass fragmentation in closed position with no external debris impact; Flying glass debris hazard
Repairs/costs cited: Repair estimate cited as $8,260 for sunroof assembly replacement. Warranty claimed by dealer not to cover broken glass; customer directed to file insurance claim.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Dealer acknowledged seeing this failure previously and noted worse cases where visor was open and glass entered cabin. No recall or repair program mentioned by manufacturer.
Door Lock Hardware Detachment
Driver's exterior key door lock assembly separated from door.
When: Not specified; 2024 model
Symptoms owners cite: Key lock falling off door exterior; Loss of key-operated door access
Windshield Chipping
Windshield sustaining chips on two separate occasions within 24 hours with no stated external cause.
When: Within 24-hour period on 2024 model
Symptoms owners cite: Windshield chip damage; Multiple chips in short timeframe
Synthesized from 23 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
The contact owns a 2024 Kia Telluride. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 40 MPH, he observed a metal trim on the driver's window detached partially. The contact inspected the vehicle and observed a big jagged metal sticking out from the bottom of the driver's window. The vehicle was taken to a dealer twice where the dealer taped the trim, but the failure re-occurred within…
I have trim pieces around side windows falling off my new vehicle or in process of falling off my vehicle. This seems to be possible safety hazard to other vehicles on the road.
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Common questions
How serious is the body problem on the 2024 Kia Telluride?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 23 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $1,500 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the body typically fail?
Based on the 23 complaints filed, body issues most often appear around 11,500 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 $1,500 for body 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 body?
No active recalls currently cover body 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)
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nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2024/Kia/Telluride.
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