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2021 Kia Telluride

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

6

4 current

Combined

11.3L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$3,503

20,000 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2026327 · manufacturer campaign RC227

3 July 2026

Transport Canada lists: Telluride 2020–2024

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the recall repairs completed by a Kia dealer during service campaign RC207 (Transport Canada recall number 2024-323) may not have been done correctly and/or may not be effective. As a result, another repair is required. Under certain conditions, the switch for the driver- and/or passenger-front power seat motor(s) could become stuck and cause the seat motor(s) not to stop. If this happens, the motor(s) could overheat. Note: This recall replaces Transport Canada recall no. 2024-323. Vehicles that were repaired under that recall also require this repair.

Why it matters

A seat motor that overheats can create a fire risk, even while the vehicle is parked and turned off.

What the dealer will do

To reduce the safety risk, Kia advises that you should park your vehicle outdoors and away from other vehicles or structures until the recall repairs have been completed. Kia will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to install an electronic fuse for the power seats.

20,563 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2024323 · manufacturer campaign RC207

6 June 2024

Transport Canada lists: Telluride 2020–2024

What is wrong

Under certain conditions, the switch for the driver- and/or passenger-front power seat motor(s) could become stuck and cause the seat motor(s) not to stop. If this happens, the motor(s) could overheat.

Why it matters

A seat motor that overheats can create a fire risk, even while the vehicle is parked and turned off.

What the dealer will do

Kia advises that you should park your vehicle outdoors and away from other vehicles or structures until the recall repairs have been completed. Kia will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to install a bracket for the power seat switch cover(s). The dealer will also replace the seat adjustment knob(s).

20,563 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Powertrain

Transport Canada recall 2024187 · manufacturer campaign RC202

22 March 2024

Transport Canada lists: Telluride 2020–2024

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the axle shaft(s) may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the axle shaft(s) splines could become damaged. If this happens, the vehicle could move when it's parked and the parking brake isn't applied.

Why it matters

A parked vehicle that moves suddenly could create the risk of an injury or a crash.

What the dealer will do

Kia will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the electronic parking brake software. To reduce the safety risk, Kia recommends that you should always use the parking brake when you park.

18,567 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Accessories

Transport Canada recall 2022468 · manufacturer campaign RC168

16 August 2022

Transport Canada lists: Telluride 2020–2022

What is wrong

Certain vehicles may be equipped with a 4-pin accessory trailer wiring harness kit that could fail. Over time, this could result in a short circuit that can cause the control module to overheat. Note: This recall only affects Kia Genuine 4-pin tow hitch wiring harness kits with the part number S9F67AC000. These kits may have been ordered at the time of a vehicle purchase, or purchased separately from a dealer as an aftermarket accessory.

Why it matters

A short circuit could create a fire risk, even while the vehicle is parked and turned off.

What the dealer will do

Kia will notify owners by mail and instruct you to inspect if your vehicle has a trailer wiring harness installed. If it does, Kia advises that you should park your vehicle outdoors, and away from other vehicles or structures until the recall repairs have been completed. The corrective actions for this recall are under development. As an interim repair, Kia will advise you to make an appointment at your local dealership to replace the 30 A "TRAILER" fuse with a 15 A fuse.

2,863 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety TC

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Sport utility vehicle: Small
In its class
More efficient than 15% of 220 2021 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
265 g/km

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Common questions

Does the 2021 Kia Telluride have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 6 recalls on record for the 2021 Kia Telluride. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2021 Kia Telluride get?
NRCan rates the 2021 Kia Telluride at 11.3 L/100 km combined, emitting 265 g of CO2 per kilometre.
What does it cost to run a 2021 Kia Telluride for a year?
At 20,000 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $3,503 in fuel, producing roughly 5,221 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.