Kia Recalls 460,000 Telluride SUVs in U.S. Over Fire Risks

Kia has decided to recall approximately 460,000 "All-New Telluride" vehicles sold in the North American market due to fire risks.

On July 10 (local time), the Associated Press reported that Kia America announced a new recall for 462,869 units of the 2020–2024 model year Telluride, which were manufactured between January 9, 2019, and May 29, 2024.

Although Kia America previously conducted a recall for the same model in 2024, the company is initiating another recall following approximately 18 reports of fires or melting motors in the front passenger seat.

The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) explained that if the power seat slide knob on the Telluride is impacted or jammed, the switch can become misaligned or damaged, causing it to remain active and potentially leading to overheating of the seat motor.

The agency strongly advised owners to park their vehicles outdoors and away from buildings until the recall repairs are completed.

Repairs will begin early next month, and vehicle owners will be notified by mail starting on the 13th of next month.

The Telluride is a sport utility vehicle (SUV) designed exclusively for the North American market and is considered a core strategic model for Kia, developed based on local consumer demands and the U.S. road environment.

(Photo courtesy of Hyundai Motor Group/Kia, Yonhap News)
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