Recall 26V105000: 2025 Kia Telluride
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Feb 23, 2026
- Vehicles affected
- 85,515
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 Telluride vehicles, equipped with power front seat(s). Due to a manufacturing error, the driver and passenger seat back frame assemblies may fail to properly restrain occupants in a crash.
The risk
A seat back frame that fails to properly restrain an occupant during a crash increases the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the front seat back frame assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning April 24, 2026. Owners may contact Kia Customer Service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC362. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 9, 2026.
Affected vehicles
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V105000
- Manufacturer campaign
- SC362
- Manufacturer
- Kia America, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Apr 24, 2026
- Components
- Seats:front assembly:recliner (Seats & Seat Belts)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology