2023 Kia Telluride
Common Problems
Ranked from 83 federal NHTSA complaints and 1 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
15 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
- 1
Windshield Cracking Without Impact
29complaintsHigh severityOtherWindshields are cracking without any apparent impact or cause, posing a significant safety risk.
- 2
Instrument Cluster Malfunction
24complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe instrument cluster randomly turns off, disabling critical safety features and navigation.
$300–$1,000est. instrument cluster repair/replacement · 1–3 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 23V298000
- 3
Engine Stall at Idle
9complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine stalls at idle, especially in Snow Mode, leading to potential accidents.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 4
Snow Mode Acceleration Issues
9complaintsHigh severityOtherIn Snow Mode, the vehicle fails to accelerate properly, posing a significant safety risk.
- 5
Sunroof Glass Failure
6complaintsHigh severityOtherThe sunroof glass has spontaneously exploded, creating a safety hazard.
- 6
Recall Issues
4complaintsMedium severityOtherMultiple recalls have not been addressed by dealerships, leaving vehicles with unresolved safety and performance issues.
- 7
Sunroof Explosions
4complaintsHigh severityOtherThe sunroof spontaneously shatters while driving, posing a risk of glass fragments entering the cabin.
- 8
Steering Lock-up During Driving
3complaintsHigh severitySteeringThe steering wheel locks up during driving, making it impossible to control the vehicle.
$200–$1,500est. power-steering / eps repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotes - 9
Unreliable Forward Collision Avoidance Systems
3complaintsMedium severityElectricalForward collision avoidance systems intermittently fail or become inoperative, reducing safety features.
Related recall: 23V298000
- 10
Battery Drain or Failure
2complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe battery drains or fails to hold charge, leading to unexpected shutdowns and loss of vehicle functionality.
$150–$700est. parasitic-drain diagnosis + battery · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 23V298000
- 11
Fuel Gauge Malfunction
2complaintsMedium severityFuel systemThe fuel gauge intermittently fails to accurately display the fuel level, indicating either too little or too much fuel remaining.
- 12
Steering Column Issues
2complaintsMedium severitySteeringThe steering column makes clicking sounds during operation, potentially leading to steering failure.
$200–$1,500est. power-steering / eps repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotes - 13
Towing Safety Issues
2complaintsHigh severityElectricalIssues with the tow hitch harness module leading to potential fire hazards and improper trailer lighting/braking systems.
Related recall: 23V298000
- 14
Transmission Shudder and Stutter
2complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe transmission experiences a pronounced shudder and stutter during acceleration and under load, leading to unexpected lurches and abnormal sounds.
$2,500–$5,500est. transmission rebuild/replacement · 8–16 hrs laborGet local quotes - 15
Trim Panel Detachment
2complaintsMedium severityOtherTrim panels between windows detach at highway speeds, compromising structural integrity and potentially causing distraction.
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.