Kia America, Inc. recalls 2027 Kia Telluride Hybrid

Recall date

March 20, 2026

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall number

26V173000

Brand / firm

Kia

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 568 units

Why it was recalled

A person, especially a child, may become trapped by a rear powered seat, increasing the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2027 Telluride Hybrid SX Prestige and X-Line SX Prestige vehicles equipped with the Executive Package. The second-row power seats may fail to detect a person. The seat may continue to move after contacting a person during powered seat functions, such as one-touch tilt-and-slide or automatic power fold-and-stow.

What to do

Owners are advised to exercise caution when operating the second-row power seat functions until the repair is performed. Children are advised to not be in the rear seats or near the rear seating area during power-folding operation. The power second-row seat control unit software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 20, 2026. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC366. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 25, 2026.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.