Severe Issues

2022 KIA TELLURIDE Problems

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2022 Kia Telluride. This model year has 292 NHTSA complaints β€” top issue: Uncategorized Issues.

292
Complaints
10
Crashes
4
Fires
7
Injuries
β€”
Deaths
6
Recalls

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Worst 2022 Kia Telluride Problems

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

#1
74
complaints

Uncategorized Issues

Fires:2
Injuries:2
#2
71
complaints

Visibility/Wiper

#3
59
complaints

Electrical Faults

Crash-related:1
Fires:1
Injuries:1

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2022 Kia Telluride. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.

ComponentComplaintsCrashesFiresAvg MileageVolume
Uncategorized Issues74β€”2β€”
Visibility/Wiper71β€”β€”β€”
Electrical Faults5911β€”
Engine Problems22β€”1β€”
Visibility20β€”β€”β€”
Transmission / Drivetrain192β€”β€”
Structural Problems17β€”β€”β€”
Brake System122β€”β€”
Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB122β€”β€”
Seat-Related Issues8β€”2β€”
Suspension Failures8β€”β€”β€”
Seat Belt Issues71β€”β€”
Airbag Malfunctions54β€”β€”
Steering Defects4β€”β€”β€”
Headlight/Taillight Failures4β€”β€”β€”
Unintended Acceleration4β€”β€”β€”
Lane Departure41β€”β€”
Back Over Prevention3β€”β€”β€”
Wheel Issues2β€”β€”β€”
Fuel/Propulsion System2β€”β€”β€”
Door Lock Issues2β€”β€”β€”
Parking-Brake Issues1β€”β€”β€”
Trailer Hitches1β€”β€”β€”
Tire Issues1β€”β€”β€”
Equipment1β€”β€”β€”

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.

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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2022 Kia Telluride. Type a keyword (e.g. β€œtransmission”, β€œstalling”, β€œbrakes”) to filter.

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Showing 292 most recent complaints

Uncategorized IssuesApr 27, 2026

Standard opening of sunroof, the a part of the wind deflector snapped, without any abnormal incident or misuse. This caused the glass to be misaligned and other damage to the sunroof track. Estimated cost $6000. No warning and no prior damage for causation.

Uncategorized IssuesApr 23, 2026

This is a follow up to the above referenced case #XXX This has been reported to the Attorney General’s Office and they have requested that I send along the following information to your office. I purchased a 2022 Kia Telluride approximately 2 years ago. At the time, I also purc…

Visibility/WiperApr 20, 2026

Windshield cracks so easily, slightest road debris creates a chip then crack

Uncategorized IssuesMar 29, 2026

I was driving down the highway at 73 MPH and the sunroof shattered sending glass into the interior of the car, onto me, and into my clothes. It sounded like a gunshot and was terrifying.

Uncategorized IssuesMar 26, 2026

After a long winter in northern ILLINOIS, we had a 70’ afternoon and I tried to open my sunroof and it stopped working. I heard a crunching sound and tried to reverse it and that may have made it worse. It had been working fine in the fall months September and October when I l…

Transmission / DrivetrainMar 21, 2026

Catastrophic rear differential failure at highway speed following recent warranty repair. Vehicle previously brought to Kia dealership for rear differential knocking noise. Warranty repair performed and vehicle returned. Within one week, original noise returned with additional wh…

Visibility/WiperMar 15, 2026

We were driving in the left hand lane on i75 south about 15 miles south of [XXX] and about 10 miles from [XXX] . We were traveling about 75 mph with air conditioning on low. We heard a loud bang and pulled off at exit 328 to investigate. We pulled over at Myers carpet on dug …

Electrical FaultsMar 8, 2026

Child safety lock is failing. I get a failure message every day and the doors are not being locked. Causing a safety problem for families with children.

Seat-Related IssuesπŸ”₯ FireMar 5, 2026

The contact owns a 2022 Kia Telluride. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed that while entering the vehicle, the front passenger's seat had a burned spot, and the front passenger side visor was melted. In addition, the contact noticed brown re…

Electrical FaultsMar 4, 2026

Subject: Safety Concern – Backup Camera Failure Causing Complete Safety System Malfunction (2022 Kia Telluride) I am reporting a safety concern regarding a 2022 Kia Telluride related to the rear backup camera assembly. The backup camera failed due to water infiltration through …

Steering DefectsFeb 27, 2026

The contact owns a 2022 Kia Telluride. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, the steering wheel failed to turn in the intended direction. The auto cold error message was displayed. The contact stated that the steering wheel violently jerked back and forth three times. The…

Visibility/WiperFeb 21, 2026

The windshield cracked for no apparent reason. The crack was on the driver's side, about 16 inches long, starting near the top and curving around the driver's view to the middle of the windshield.

Uncategorized IssuesFeb 16, 2026

Front sunroof suddenly shattered while going down highway. Remaining glass was pushed outward and no sign of impact was seen.

Electrical FaultsFeb 6, 2026

On January 28, 2026, I brought my vehicle to Kia of Fayetteville for brake pads, rotor replacement, and brake fluid service. I paid approximately $900 for these services and was provided a dealership loaner vehicle. Upon entering the loaner vehicle, I discovered a loaded firearm …

Uncategorized IssuesFeb 2, 2026

Sunroof suddenly exploded while driving.

Electrical FaultsJan 31, 2026

Infotainment screen is blank most of the time. Backup camera works intermittently. Dealer confirmed head unit failure and stated software updates cannot be performed. Quoted approximately $7,500 for full replacement. Issue has been occurring for over two years, beginning while v…

Seat Belt IssuesJan 30, 2026

The contact owns a 2022 Kia Telluride. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the front driver's side seat belt buckle failed latch immediately, causing the seat belt warning to activate. The contact also stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front …

Uncategorized IssuesπŸ”₯ FireJan 27, 2026

Our Kia Telluride caught fire after sitting for about 3 hours. My husband had driven it that day with no issue. After it sat in our driveway for 3 hours, we noticed that it was on fire. The fire started in the back/underneath part of the vehicle. It was a complete loss.

Electrical FaultsJan 22, 2026

Driver LCD screen went blank

Electrical FaultsJan 20, 2026

Upon starting car, digital odometer cluster is blank. While the cluster is down, the gas tank cap is also unable to be opened. In researching on Google/kia forums, the fix has been to turn off the car, lock the doors and then unlock and restart the car. This is a 2022 and has hap…

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Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2022 Kia Telluride.

Recalls for 2022 Kia Telluride

6 campaigns

NHTSA recall campaigns for the 2022 Kia Telluride. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.

21V577000Invalid Date
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

22V344000Invalid Date
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

22V509000Invalid Date
TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE

22V626000Invalid Date
TRAILER HITCHES

24V214000Invalid Date
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

24V407000May 6, 2024
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST

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2022 Kia Telluride β€” FAQ

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

Is the 2022 Kia Telluride reliable?β–Ύ

Severe Issues. The 2022 Kia Telluride has 292 NHTSA owner complaints, 10 crash-related, and 6 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Uncategorized Issues (74 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Kia Telluride?β–Ύ

#1: Uncategorized Issues (74 complaints). #2: Visibility/Wiper (71 complaints). #3: Electrical Faults (59 complaints)

At what mileage do problems start on the 2022 Kia Telluride?β–Ύ

Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.

How safe is the 2022 Kia Telluride?β–Ύ

The 2022 Kia Telluride has 10 crash-related complaints and 4 fire reports out of 292 total NHTSA complaints. 7 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Does the 2022 Kia Telluride have any recalls?β–Ύ

Yes β€” 6 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2022 Kia Telluride. The largest issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.

Should I buy a 2022 Kia Telluride?β–Ύ

The 2022 Kia Telluride has severe issues β€” review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Uncategorized Issues issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

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

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

Check Your Specific 2022 Kia Telluride

Real owner complaints tell you about the model. The VIN tells you about your specific car β€” accidents, title issues, odometer fraud. Full report just $4.99.