KIA Telluride Structure Problems
Owners have filed 157 complaints with NHTSA about structure problems on the KIA Telluride across 7 model years. The 2020 model year has the most (56). The words owners use most often: “sunroof glass” (8% of reports).
- 157structure complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 2mention a crash
- 5mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- $5,150typical repair cost reported by owners
- 49%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Sunroof glass: mentioned in 13 of 157 complaints (8%)
- Paint peeling: mentioned in 12 of 157 complaints (8%)
- Stuck open: mentioned in 11 of 157 complaints (7%)
- White pearl: mentioned in 8 of 157 complaints (5%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical structure repair on the KIA Telluride at $5,150, and half of them between $3,600 and $6,450.
Based on 9 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2024–2026), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do structure problems happen?
Based on 14 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 157 complaints, 2 mention a crash, 5 an injury.
KIA Telluride structure complaints by model year
| Model year | Structure complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Telluride | 1 | 4% | 3,600 |
| 2025 Telluride | 6 | 5% | 7,000 |
| 2024 Telluride | 27 | 12% | 11,500 |
| 2023 Telluride | 14 | 7% | 6,001 |
| 2022 Telluride | 20 | 6% | — |
| 2021 Telluride | 33 | 9% | 4,400 |
| 2020 Telluride | 56 | 7% | 3,836 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Structure:exterior trim
Model years: 2023, 2024, 2025
Problem: Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Telluride vehicles. The door belt molding trim can delaminate and detach from the vehicle.
Risk: A detached trim piece can become a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the belt molding trim assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC347.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
This afternoon i noticed that my 2020 Kia Telluride paint has and continues to peel in large chunks in my driveway. All was good this morning and then all of the sudden large pieces of paint started to break away. Near the windshield hood area.
I am the original owner of a 2020 Kia Telluride that was purchased new in December 2019 and currently has approximately 98,000 miles. The vehicle has been routinely serviced, including regular maintenance performed through authorized Kia dealerships. Recently, the vehicle developed a serious…
In March of 2025 I noticed that my Kia Telluride had a quarter size piece of paint missing in the middle of the roof near my windshield. As the past year has progressed paint delamination has occurred across the roof of my vehicle with other delamination spots being noticed in other areas of the…
After having a recall, performed on the emergency parking brake it would engage while parked, but when trying to put it in drive or reverse, it would not disengage this began happening approximately two weeks to one month after the recall was performed. It isnât happening constantly, but it does…
Sunroof / moonroof failing close. Driving on roads / high speeds exposed to the elements for a moonroof that will not close leaving me and my family in danger when its our only vehicle and means of transportation. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service…
Frequently asked questions
Do all KIA Tellurides have structure problems?
No. NHTSA has 157 owner complaints about structure for the KIA Telluride. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the KIA Telluride structure?
Yes: 1 safety recall list structure. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix structure problems on the KIA Telluride?
Owners report a typical cost of $5,150 (half paid between $3,600 and $6,450), from 9 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about structure problems on the KIA Telluride?
The most frequent phrase is “sunroof glass”, in 13 of 157 complaints, followed by “paint peeling” (12).
Other KIA Telluride problems
- Visibility/wiper problems (349)
- Engine problems (334)
- Electrical System problems (295)
- Exterior Lighting problems (209)
- Power Train problems (178)
See all KIA Telluride problems.