2022 Kia Telluride: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2022 Kia Telluride? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 292 complaints, with Uncategorized Issues as the top reported area.
2022 Kia Telluride Fuel Economy
β EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 2 2022 Kia Telluride trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 2 trims analysed.
2022 Kia Telluride Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested β showing 2022 Kia Telluride SUV AWDOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
14.3% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
14.3% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2022 Kia Telluride has 292 owner complaints, 10 crash-related complaints, and 6 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Uncategorized Issues. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Kia
- Model
- Telluride
- Model year
- 2022
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 292
- Crash-related complaints
- 10
- Safety recall campaigns
- 6
- Top reported component
- Uncategorized Issues
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 23
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 20 / 26
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- NHTSA overall safety rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA frontal crash rating
- 4/5 stars
- NHTSA side crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 4/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Most Common 2022 Kia Telluride Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Uncategorized Issues
Visibility/Wiper
Electrical Faults
Complaint patterns center on Uncategorized Issues, Visibility/Wiper, Electrical Faults. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2022 Kia Telluride?
The 2022 Kia Telluride shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
What to Check Before Buying a Used 2022 Kia Telluride
Inspection Focus
- Investigate any uncategorized issues reported by previous owners.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls (6 recalls for 2022).
- Request service records for visibility/wiper and electrical system repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase, focusing on reported components.
Before You Close the Deal
- Investigate any uncategorized issues reported by previous owners.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls (6 recalls for 2022).
- Request service records for visibility/wiper and electrical system repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase, focusing on reported components.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2022 Kia Telluride, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
What the Complaint Data Suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Based on 292 NHTSA complaints for the 2022 Kia Telluride, issues appear concentrated in uncategorized problems, visibility/wiper components, and electrical faults. Crash-related complaints are relatively low at 10, but the overall confidence in this data is low due to limited model-year coverage.
- Uncategorized Issues account for the highest number of complaints at 74.
- Visibility/Wiper complaints total 71, making it the second most reported component.
- Electrical Faults are the third most common complaint with 59 reports.
- Uncategorized Issues (74 complaints) β the most frequent complaint category.
- Visibility/Wiper (71 complaints) β a recurring theme appears to be wiper or visibility problems.
- Electrical Faults (59 complaints) β buyers may want to inspect electrical systems.
All 2022 Kia Telluride Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2022 Kia Telluride. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uncategorized Issues | 74 | β | 2 | β | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 71 | β | β | β | |
| Electrical Faults | 59 | 1 | 1 | β | |
| Engine Problems | 22 | β | 1 | β | |
| Visibility | 20 | β | β | β | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 19 | 2 | β | β | |
| Structural Problems | 17 | β | β | β | |
| Brake System | 12 | 2 | β | β | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 12 | 2 | β | β | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 8 | β | 2 | β | |
| Suspension Failures | 8 | β | β | β | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 7 | 1 | β | β | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 5 | 4 | β | β | |
| Steering Defects | 4 | β | β | β | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 4 | β | β | β | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 4 | β | β | β | |
| Lane Departure | 4 | 1 | β | β | |
| Back Over Prevention | 3 | β | β | β | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | β | β | β | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 | β | β | β | |
| Door Lock Issues | 2 | β | β | β | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 1 | β | β | β | |
| Trailer Hitches | 1 | β | β | β | |
| Tire Issues | 1 | β | β | β | |
| Equipment | 1 | β | β | β |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Real Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2022 Kia Telluride. Type a keyword (e.g. βtransmissionβ, βstallingβ, βbrakesβ) to filter.
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.
This is a follow up to the above referenced case #XXX This has been reported to the Attorney Generalβs 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 purcβ¦
Windshield cracks so easily, slightest road debris creates a chip then crack
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.
After a long winter in northern ILLINOIS, we had a 70β 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 lβ¦
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 whβ¦
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 β¦
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.
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 reβ¦
Subject: Safety Concern β 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 β¦
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. Theβ¦
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.
Front sunroof suddenly shattered while going down highway. Remaining glass was pushed outward and no sign of impact was seen.
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 β¦
Sunroof suddenly exploded while driving.
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 vβ¦
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 β¦
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.
Driver LCD screen went blank
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 hapβ¦
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2022 Kia Telluride.
2022 Kia Telluride Recalls
6 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2022 Kia Telluride. 6 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
2022 Kia Telluride Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2022 Kia Telluride reliable?βΎ
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 292 owner complaints, 10 crash-related complaints, and 6 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2022 Kia Telluride shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Kia Telluride?βΎ
#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?βΎ
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2022 Kia Telluride?βΎ
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2022 Kia Telluride, NHTSA complaints include 10 crash-related reports and 4 fire reports out of 292 total complaints. 7 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2022 Kia Telluride have any recalls?βΎ
Yes. 6 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2022 Kia Telluride. A major recall area is ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. 6 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2022 Kia Telluride?βΎ
The 2022 Kia Telluride shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Uncategorized Issues during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
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.
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Check the Exact Vehicle History Before You Buy
Model-year complaints and recalls reveal patterns. A VIN report confirms whether the exact car has accident history, title brands, mileage issues, or open recalls.