MULTI-YEAR DEFECT AUDIT (2014–2025)12 Model Years Audited
Kia Telluride Common Problems & Year-by-Year Reliability Guide
Comprehensive historical defect intelligence across 1,919 total NHTSA owner complaints and 33 federal recall campaigns for the Kia Telluride.
Best Telluride Years to Buy (Highest Reliability)
Years with Highest Defect Reports (Inspect Closely)
Year-over-Year Matrix
All Telluride Model Years (2014–2025)
| Model Year | Reliability Index | NHTSA Complaints | Recalls | Safety Severity | Detailed Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Telluride | 6.1 / 10 | 97(8.8/10k) | 3 | Critical Risk | Audit 2025 |
| 2024 Telluride | 5 / 10 | 210(19.1/10k) | 5 | Critical Risk | Audit 2024 |
| 2023 Telluride | 5.1 / 10 | 202(18.4/10k) | 6 | Critical Risk | Audit 2023 |
| 2022 Telluride | 4.1 / 10 | 317(28.8/10k) | 7 | Critical Risk | Audit 2022 |
| 2021 Telluride | 4 / 10 | 349(31.7/10k) | 5 | Critical Risk | Audit 2021 |
| 2020 Telluride | 3.8 / 10 | 744(67.6/10k) | 7 | Critical Risk | Audit 2020 |
| 2019 Telluride | 9.5 / 10 | 00 | 0 | Low Risk | Audit 2019 |
| 2018 Telluride | 9.5 / 10 | 00 | 0 | Low Risk | Audit 2018 |
| 2017 Telluride | 9.5 / 10 | 00 | 0 | Low Risk | Audit 2017 |
| 2016 Telluride | 9.5 / 10 | 00 | 0 | Low Risk | Audit 2016 |
| 2015 Telluride | 9.5 / 10 | 00 | 0 | Low Risk | Audit 2015 |
| 2014 Telluride | 9.5 / 10 | 00 | 0 | Low Risk | Audit 2014 |