The 2025 Telluride is about average when compared to other cars from the same model year.
The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2025 Kia Telluride owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.
Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.
"Battery failed at 3 weeks"
Anonymous, IN (2025 Kia Telluride SX 3.8-L V6)"The remote lock/unlock keyless entry does not work. I've had issues both locking and unlocking the car to access it. Kia is not helpful at resolving it"
Anonymous A., WI (2025 Kia Telluride X-Pro 3.8-L V6)Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.
"It's only 3 moths old and the rattle began about 1 month ago."
Anonymous, TX (2025 Kia Telluride SX 3.8-L V6)"the rattle began almost immediately after we bought it."
Anonymous, TX (2025 Kia Telluride SX 3.8-L V6)Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.
"A clip on the axle was missing making it unsafe to drive. It took a month and half for them to diagnose the problem, they believed it was something more minor and I continued to drive the vehicle. I cevthey figured it out they told me it was unsafe to drive and it took them a week and a half to get the part and fix the vehicle. My car had less than 1500 miles when I heard the noise and made the initial complaint. The noise, like a rattling could be heard in and off each time O drove the car. It was covered under warranty."
Anonymous, NJ (2025 Kia Telluride X-Line 3.8-L V6)Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.
"Trim around the base of the front passenger window detached. After the fact I found Kia has an open recall on the item."
Anonymous A., MN (2025 Kia Telluride X-Pro 3.8-L V6)Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.
"Moving driver seat forward and back - didn't always work. Passenger seat behind drive seat wouldn't lock in properly."
Anonymous, NJ (2025 Kia Telluride X-Line 3.8-L V6)Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.
Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.
Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.
Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.
Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.
Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.
Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.
Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.
Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.
Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.
Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.
AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.
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"The windshield cracked and in all my years of driving a vehicle, Ive never had glass that cracked so easily. ($800 repair)"
Anonymous, MO (2025 Kia Telluride S 3.8-L V6)