The Lemon Index2022 Kia Telluride.
The 2022 Kia Telluride is one of the worst years by owner complaints: 267 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 218, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about wipers & visibility, it has 7 recalls, and it gets 21 to 23 mpg combined. The best Kia Telluride year is 2021.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 327 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Kia Telluride year. 2022 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 18K to 64K miles on the car (25 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 7
- seats 2026
The front power seat motor may overheat due to a stuck power seat slide knob or an improper recall 24V407 repair, which can result in a fire while parked or driving.
- seats 2024
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.
- transmission & drivetrain 2024
The intermediate shaft and right front driveshaft may not be fully engaged, which can result in vehicle roll away while in PARK.
Show all 7 recalls
- trailer hitches 2022
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.
- tires 2022
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).
- electrical 2022
Excess adhesive in a circuit board within the instrument cluster may cause the instrument cluster display screen to be blank.
- electrical 2021
The LCD display screen may remain blank after startup.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Kia told dealers about
Kia sent dealers 96 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- BATTERY DEALER (SHIPPING)/CUSTOMER MODE SWITCH - This bulletin has been revised to include
- VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: DRIVE BELT INSPECTION/REPLACEMENT (SC254) - This bulletin provides…
- VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: DRIVE BELT INSPECTION/REPLACEMENT (SC254) - This bulletin has been…
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kia Telluride SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Kia Telluride SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $2800–3050 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 3.8L 6-cyl.
In owners' words
Crack appeared in center of windshield after being parked in my driveway overnight. The crack is approximately one inch in diameter and circular.
2022 Kia Telluride owner · NHTSA complaint 11478238
More owner reports
The windshield easily cracked during standstill and parked. The vehicle was relatively new at 8000miles. There was no visible evidence as to debris coming from outside.
NHTSA complaint 11515943
Small rock struck windshield causing it to develop at 10-12â crack. The vehicle has less than 100 miles on it.
NHTSA complaint 11461053
Quick answers
Is the 2022 Kia Telluride reliable?
No, it is one of the worst by government complaints. It drew 2.2× the average car's complaints filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 218; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Kia Telluride year by this measure since 2010 is 2023.
What are the most common 2022 Kia Telluride problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are wipers & visibility (25%), electrical (22%) and visibility (7%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2022 Kia Telluride have?
7 safety recalls (latest: seats). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2022 Kia Telluride get?
21 to 23 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2022 Kia Telluride safe?
NHTSA gave it 5 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
At what mileage do 2022 Kia Telluride problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 18,000 and 64,500 miles. The middle report was at 36,000 miles, from 25 complaints.
Does the 2022 Kia Telluride have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 6% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2022 Kia Telluride cost in fuel a year?
About $2800 to $3050 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2022 Kia Telluride have?
3.8L 6-cyl.
What Kia Telluride year is better than the 2022?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2021, 2022 and 2020.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works