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2021 Kia Telluride Engine Problems

Engine complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2021 Kia Telluride has 34 NHTSA engine complaints and 0 engine-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2021 Kia Telluride

Other
73
Visibility
70
Engine
34
Electrical
30
Structure
24
Powertrain
21
Suspension
13
Brakes
9
Lights
8
Seat Belts
4
Steering
3
Airbags
3

34

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 9, 2026

All Engine Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Apr 3, 2026ENGINERecently our 2021 Kia Telluride, had a fluttering/metal knocking/mechanical sound and I scheduled a ...
Mar 2, 2026ENGINE2021 Kia Telluride experienced sudden engine failure at approximately 120,000 miles. The failure occ...
Feb 25, 2026ENGINENo oil in engine can cause fire. Meineke in walkertown inspects the vehicle. No lights or warnings. ...
Feb 16, 2026ENGINEThe 3.8L Lambda II GDI V6 engine suffered catastrophic failure at approximately 102,000 miles. The r...
Feb 9, 2026ENGINEDriving on the highway when all the lights on the dashboard came on and heard a loud sound. Pulled o...
Dec 29, 2025ENGINEThe checked engine light came on with Code: P219C00. Vehicle was taken to the Kia Perris dealership ...
Dec 24, 2025ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMOn 12/24/25 the vehicle experienced the very same issue, on the highway, with my family in the car, ...
Nov 24, 2025ENGINEFirst there are holes in the block from a rod bearing coming off. It was leaking oil and started on ...
Nov 1, 2025ENGINEThis car keeps burning excessive oil. I am on my 3rd oil consumption test each time it burns 0.75q ...
Sep 20, 2025ENGINEI am a 2nd owner of a kia telluride and the engine failed without warning at less than 90,000 miles....
Sep 15, 2025ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMInspected by Kia for 2nd time due to vehicle suddenly shaking, overheating and turning off. First ti...
Aug 17, 2025ENGINEWe own a 2021 Kia Telluride which we bought new, have changed the oil as expected and had the 100,00...
Jul 31, 2025ENGINE1. The engine consumed oil to where it soaked up all the oil in the engine likely as part of a pisto...
Jul 21, 2025ENGINEBought the vehicle in February. The vehicle is burning oil too fast. In 1 week 5 qts. I don't drive ...
Jul 2, 2025ENGINEThe contact owns a 2021 Kia Telluride. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and turn...
Jun 10, 2025ENGINEThe contact owns a 2021 Kia Telluride. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed...
Apr 26, 2025ENGINEThe last two times I have been due for an oil change my car has been completely empty. It is 4 years...
Apr 17, 2025ENGINEExcessive Oil usage to the point of no oil on dip stick yet engine doesnt alert to low oil or pressu...
Mar 28, 2025ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMWhat component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? W...
Mar 7, 2025ENGINEMarch 7th my engine light came on while pulling out, in reverse, of a parking spot. My engine light ...

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