2022 Kia Telluride Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2022 Kia Telluride.

20212023
Complaints
373
per 10K Sold
37.5
US Sales
99,564
Crashes
15
Fires
6
Injuries
11
Fatalities
Recalls
6

Worst 2022 Kia Telluride Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#170 complaints

Wipers & Visibility

#246 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:27,100 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:1
#321 complaints

Engine Problems

Fires:1
Considering a 2022 Kia Telluride?

Check the actual VIN — every car is different.

This page shows the model year's reputation. The VIN tells you about this specific car — accidents, title issues, odometer rollbacks. Full report just $4.99 (vs. Carfax $44.99).

Check VIN Free

All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2022 Kia Telluride.

Wipers & Visibility
70
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical Faults
46
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
27,100
Engine Problems
21
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
19
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
37,900
Body Structure
17
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Instrument Cluster
16
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
55,500
Visibility:Windshield
14
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
12
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
30,000
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
8
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
2
Avg Miles
58,667
Suspension Failures
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
46,000
Seat Belt Issues
6
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
68,000
Airbags
5
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
5
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Adas
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Sunroof/Moonroof
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Equipment:Electrical:Infotainment
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Assist
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

Search Owner Complaints

Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2022 Kia Telluride. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.

Recalls for 2022 Kia Telluride

6 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~935,440 vehicles.

24V407000Seats:front Assembly:power Adjust
~462,869 affected

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Telluride vehicles. The front power seat motor may overheat due to a stuck power seat slide knob, which can result in a fire while parked or driving.

24V214000Power Train:driveline:driveshaft
~427,407 affected

Kia 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.

22V626000Trailer Hitches
~36,417 affected

Kia 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.

22V509000Tires:temporary/emergency Spare Tire
~8 affected

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 Sorento and Telluride vehicles. The vehicles may be equipped with an incorrect spare tire which, when installed, can impair the anti-lock braking system (ABS) and the traction control system (TCS). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

22V344000Instrument Cluster
~3,596 affected

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 Telluride vehicles. Excess adhesive in a circuit board within the instrument cluster may cause the instrument cluster display screen to be blank. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."

21V577000Instrument Cluster
~5,143 affected

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 Telluride vehicles. The LCD display screen may remain blank after startup. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."

Other Kia Telluride Years

2022 Kia Telluride — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2022 Kia Telluride reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2022 Kia Telluride has 373 NHTSA complaints, 15 crash-related, and 6 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Wipers & Visibility with 70 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2022 Kia Telluride?
Top reported problems: Wipers & Visibility (70 complaints); Electrical Faults (46 complaints, avg 27,100 mi); Engine Problems (21 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2022 Kia Telluride?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 38,783 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2022 Kia Telluride?
NHTSA complaints for the 2022 Kia Telluride include 15 crash-related reports, 6 fire reports, 11 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2022 Kia Telluride have any recalls?
Yes — 6 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 935,440 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2022 Kia Telluride?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Kia Telluride reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

Check Your Specific 2022 Kia Telluride

Real owner complaints tell you about the model. The VIN tells you about your specific car — accidents, title issues, odometer fraud.

Check Any VIN — $4.99