Component
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST
Manufacturer
Kia America, Inc.
What Happened
The power seat motor in your Telluride is the part that moves your front seats up and down. In some 2020-2024 models, this motor can overheat due to a faulty part or repair, causing a fire.
Risk if Unfixed
A fire could break out in your vehicle while it's parked or even while you're driving, posing a serious risk of injury.
Free Fix
Your Kia dealer will install a special fuse to prevent overheating, and this repair is completely free. You should park your vehicle away from any buildings until the repair is done, and you'll be notified by mail with a specific date for the fix.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A fire increases the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
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.
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