2021-2024 Kia Telluride Seat Power Seat Recall (26V430)
Kia America, Inc. · 462,869 vehicles · Reported July 2, 2026
Kia America, Inc. is recalling 462,869 2021-2024 Kia Telluride vehicles. The front power seat motor may overheat due to a stuck power seat slide knob or an improper recall 24V407 repair, which can result in a fire while parked or driving. A fire increases the risk of injury. Park outside and away from buildings until it is repaired.
Recall 26V430 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 26V430000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | SC374 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | July 2, 2026 |
| Manufacturer | Kia America, Inc. |
| Vehicles | 2021-2024 Kia Telluride |
| Units affected | 462,869 |
| Component | Seats > Front Assembly > Power Adjust |
| Safety risk | A fire increases the risk of injury. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2021-2024 Kia Telluride in recall 26V430?
The front power seat motor may overheat due to a stuck power seat slide knob or an improper recall 24V407 repair, which can result in a fire while parked or driving.
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Telluride vehicles. The front power seat motor may overheat due to a stuck power seat slide knob or an improper recall 24V407 repair, which can result in a fire while parked or driving.
Is it safe to drive a 2021-2024 Telluride with recall 26V430?
Park it outside. NHTSA lists a fire risk for recall 26V430, so keep the vehicle away from buildings until it is repaired.
NHTSA lists this as a Park Outside recall because of a fire risk. Park the vehicle outside and away from buildings until the repair is done, even if you have not noticed any problem.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: A fire increases the risk of injury.
Which vehicles are included in recall 26V430?
Recall 26V430 covers 462,869 vehicles: 2021-2024 Kia Telluride.
NHTSA lists 462,869 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2021-2024 | Kia | Telluride |
What is the fix for the Telluride seat power seat recall?
Yes. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete.
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install an electronic fuse assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 13, 2026. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC374. This recall replaces NHTSA recall number 24V407. Vehicles already repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy completed. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning July 17, 2026.
When was recall 26V430 announced?
Kia America, Inc. reported recall 26V430 to NHTSA on July 2, 2026. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as August 13, 2026.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| July 2, 2026 | Kia America, Inc. filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 26V430000. |
| August 13, 2026 | Owner notification letters scheduled (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 3 months ago. If your Telluride was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Telluride is part of recall 26V430?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 26V430 is open on your Telluride, it will be listed there.
The fastest check is NHTSA’s VIN lookup. Type in the 17 characters from your registration or insurance card. Because only some 2021-2024 Telluride vehicles are included, the VIN check is the only reliable way to know. A brand-new recall may take several days to show up.
What should Telluride owners do about recall 26V430?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 26V430000 applies to your Telluride.
- Park outside and away from buildings until the repair is done.
- Book the recall appointment with any authorized Kia dealer. Ask up front whether parts are available and how long the vehicle will be there.
- Get a repair order for every visit, even if the dealer only inspects the vehicle. Read it before you leave and make sure your complaint is written the way you described it.
- Keep a simple log of any power adjust symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.
What are Telluride owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 1,114 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 44 of them about the body, doors and seats.
Since recall 26V430 was reported on July 2, 2026, owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA about the body, doors and seats on these vehicles. 0 of them (0%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the body, doors and seats and were received on or after July 2, 2026, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related body, doors and seats issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 1,114 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 44 of them involve the body, doors and seats. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2021 Kia Telluride: 365 complaints in total, 8 about the body, doors and seats
- 2022 Kia Telluride: 324 complaints in total, 10 about the body, doors and seats
- 2024 Kia Telluride: 218 complaints in total, 20 about the body, doors and seats
- 2023 Kia Telluride: 207 complaints in total, 6 about the body, doors and seats
Here is what some owners told NHTSA, in their own words (excerpts, unverified):
The contact owns a 2021 Kia Telluride. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the rear door latch was not operating properly, and the door failed to close as intended. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the wiring harness had melted.
2021 Kia Telluride owner, FL, NHTSA complaint 11606132, filed August 2, 2024
I have 2 issues going on with my vehicle. The trim on the outside of my doors is coming off which I know was a recall for some telluride vehicles about this old. Also ive been having some electrical issues/hot smell like something is burning if the heated seats get turned on.
2021 Kia Telluride owner, MO, NHTSA complaint 11729468, filed April 6, 2026
The sunroof wind screen broke off while driving. The sunroof then stayed open and would not shut. The electrical components in the middle seat are not working properly with the buttons on the seats.
2021 Kia Telluride owner, AR, NHTSA complaint 11734163, filed April 27, 2026
Can recall 26V430 make my Telluride a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Recall 26V430000 does not automatically make your Telluride a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Act asks two questions: does a warranty defect substantially impair the vehicle's use, value or safety, and did the manufacturer fail to fix it in a reasonable number of tries (Civ. Code 1793.2(d))?
Door latch, seat and body structure defects can affect safety in a crash and everyday use. If the recall repair does not solve the problem, the repeat visit is part of your record.
This is not the first recall for this problem. When a manufacturer has to recall the same power adjust again, that suggests the earlier fix did not work. If your 2021-2024 Kia Telluride has had this repair more than once, keep every repair order.
Earlier campaigns on these vehicles involving the same component: 24V407000.
California law presumes a reasonable number of attempts has been made if, within 18 months or 18,000 miles of delivery, the same problem was repaired two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service for repairs more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Some of these require written notice to the manufacturer. A claim can still succeed outside that window.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 26V430
Did the recall 26V430 fix work?
Since recall 26V430 was reported on July 2, 2026, owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA about the body, doors and seats on these vehicles. 0 of them (0%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed August 13, 2026.
Is the 26V430000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Telluride is part of recall 26V430000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 26V430000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Kia. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.