Kia has asked the owners of the 2020-2024 Telluride to park their vehicles outside due to a potential seat motor fire hazard. 462,869 units of the SUV have been affected. Notably, a similar recall was issued back in 2024, but the fix may not have solved the issue.According to a recall report by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the front seat slide knob could become dislodged if it is struck with excessive force. This could cause it to misalign or damage internally.A misaligned or damaged power seat switch, or "an improper recall 24V407 repair," may cause the continuous operation of the seat motor. Being operational for a long time can lead to the motor overheating, thereby increasing the risk of a fire.a car driving on a dirt roadThe recall report has warned affected owners to look for indicators that could suggest a seat motor problem. They are as follows:AdvertisementAdvertisement1) Seat slide knob sticking (e.g., inability to adjust power seat or power seat continues moving even after seat slide knob is released).2) Burning or melting smell.3) Smoke from underneath the seat.As a result, Telluride owners have been asked to park their vehicles outside, as a fire could spread to nearby objects. The recall report stated:"Kia will instruct vehicle owners to park their vehicles outdoors and away from other vehicles or structures until the repair has been performed."Revealing the remedy program, the recall report stated that all owners will be notified by "first-class mail" with necessary instructions to take their Tellurides to a Kia dealership.AdvertisementAdvertisementDealers will install an electronic fuse assembly to prevent the seat motor from operating continuously due to a misaligned or damaged power seat switch.That report also stated that Kia will reimburse owners for any expenses they incurred related to this issue, "pursuant to Kia's General Reimbursement Plan filed April 30, 2026."Kia dealers were likely notified on July 6, 2026. The owner notification will begin on August 13, 2026, and end on August 19, 2026.Customers can search using the VIN from July 17, 2026.Read More: After Hyundai, Kia Recalls Telluride Over Power Seat Problem That Could Cause Injury
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