NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls and 0 owner complaints for the 2027 Kia Telluride. The EPA rates it 19–22 mpg combined.
Kia America, Inc (Kia) is recalling certain 2027 Telluride and Telluride Hybrid vehicles. The driver seat belt emergency locking retractor may lock, causing the seat belt strap not to extend. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
Kia America, Inc (Kia) is recalling certain 2027 Kia Telluride and 2026 Kia K4 vehicles. The rear center seat belt anchor buckle in the 2026 K4 and the third-row center seat belt anchor buckle in the 2027 Telluride may not latch properly.
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Telluride FWD Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive | 20 | 26 | 22 | $2,850 | 395 |
| Telluride AWD Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive | 18 | 24 | 20 | $3,100 | 429 |
| Telluride X-Pro Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive | 17 | 22 | 19 | $3,300 | 467 |
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
2 safety recalls as of Nov 10, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.
No owner complaints were found in NHTSA data as of Nov 10, 2026.
The EPA rates the 2027 Kia Telluride at 19–22 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (3 versions rated).