2021 Kia Telluride Recalls

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    POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

    Manufacturer

    Kia America, Inc.

    NHTSA Campaign ID24V214000
    SummaryKia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Telluride vehicles. The intermediate shaft and right front driveshaft may not be fully engaged, which can result in vehicle roll away while in PARK.
    ConsequenceA vehicle roll away increases the risk of a crash or injury.
    RemedyOwners are advised to manually engage the emergency parking brake prior to exiting the vehicle until the recall remedy is performed. Dealers will update the electronic parking brake software and replace any damaged intermediate shafts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 15, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC303.
    NotesOwners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

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    TRAILER HITCHES

    Manufacturer

    Kia America, Inc.

    NHTSA Campaign ID22V626000
    SummaryKia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Telluride vehicles potentially equipped with a Genuine Kia 4-pin tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Kia dealership. Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.
    ConsequenceA fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
    RemedyOwners 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.
    NotesOwners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

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    AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE

    Manufacturer

    Kia Motors America

    NHTSA Campaign ID21V164000
    SummaryKia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021 Telluride, K5, and Forte vehicles. The Occupant Classification and Detection System (OCS/ODS) unit may not detect the presence of a child restraint system in the front passenger seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, 'Occupant Crash Protection.'
    ConsequenceIn the event of a crash, deployment of the front passenger air bag, with a child in that seat, can increase the risk of injury to the child.
    RemedyKia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the OCS/ODS unit, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC207.
    NotesOwners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

    Information provided by NHTSA
    Data updated June 2024

    Q: Does the 2021 Kia Telluride have any vehicle recalls?
    A: Yes, the 2021 Kia Telluride has atleast 10 recalls.

    Q: What are the 2021 Kia Telluride recalls?
    A: The 2021 Kia Telluride recalls include: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT, TRAILER HITCHES, AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE

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