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Kia Recalls Nearly 463,000 Allegedly Defective Telluride SUVs Again Due to Fire and Injury Risk


IRVINE, Calif. — Kia America has announced a new recall affecting nearly 463,000 Telluride SUVs after receiving reports of vehicle fires even after earlier recall repairs had been completed. The automaker says the front power seat motor can overheat if the seat slide knob becomes stuck, creating a fire hazard whether the vehicle is parked or being driven.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the new recall replaces a previous recall issued in 2024 and involves certain 2020 through 2024 Kia Telluride models.

Safety documents indicate Kia identified 18 incidents between October 2024 and April 2026 involving localized seat fires or melting of the seat motor in vehicles that had already received the prior repair.

Contact The Ammons Law Firm if You Were Injured in a Defective Vehicle

Drivers trust that when a recall is performed, the safety problem has been corrected. That is what makes this recall especially concerning. According to federal safety officials, some vehicles reportedly caught fire even after receiving the original recall repair. A vehicle should not remain at risk of overheating or catching fire after a manufacturer says the defect has been addressed.

If you or someone you love has been seriously injured by a defective vehicle, or if your family has lost a loved one because of a vehicle defect, the Ammons Law Firm is here to support you. Our dedicated, experienced vehicle defect attorneys understand the devastating impact of these tragic accidents on families, and we have a proven track record of holding automotive manufacturers accountable for defective vehicles.

Contact the Ammons Law Firm today for a free consultation to discuss your case and learn about your legal rights. You may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages related to the accident.

 

 

 

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