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2020 Kia Telluride Electrical system Problems

Complaints
61about this part
Share
8%of 777 total for the year
Median mileage
26,488miles
Trend
RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.

NHTSA recorded 61 complaints about the electrical system of the 2020 Kia Telluride, 8% of the 777 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 26,488 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved and 3 a fire, according to the filers.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“My 2020 Kia Telluride has had electrical problems since 3 months after purchasing it in june of 2019. It started out small with my backup camera glitching/not being visible, the interior lights flickering, and my heat not working properly. Then, it quickly escalated to multiple emergency lights engaging in my dashboard while driving or stopped. I called the dealership and was told if the codes aren't active they can't service the vehicle, so when it happened again I brought it to them directly. At this time my vehicle wouldn't go in reverse and the steering wheel locked. …”

NHTSA complaint #11399797, filed 2021-03, 7,976 miles

“Blind spot collision warning system is malfunctions whenever it rains. Vehicle has 3000 miles on it and for the 5th time in 2 months the blind spot system alarm system goes off while driving in the rain. Dealerships refusing to look at the problem unless the engine light is on, which it turns off once the sensors dry off low beam lights are too bright... Police have stopped me twice thinking they are high beams.. Also oncoming traffic continues to blast there high beams at our vehicle thinking our high beams are on causing a dangerous driving situation.. …”

NHTSA complaint #11311596, filed 2020-02, 2,400 miles

“My 2020 Kia Telluride completely stalled on me on my way to work. The vehicle was not smoking and it seemed like it went on accessory mode. I had the vehicle towed to Kia Dealership in Perris to get it checked out and was told by Olivia that no codes were read when doing a diagnostic and that my engine seized. I had purchased an extended warranty through AGWS. …”

NHTSA complaint #11649802, filed 2025-03

“In February 2026 my vehicle had a front parking sensor error. When i broght it in for repair my shop found a corroded cable in the front parking sensor harness. The mechanic was able to repair the harness...$280 In May 2026 my vehicle this time had a rear parking sensor error. The shop discovered a rear parking sensor harness completely corroded & had to be replaced along with one parking sensor...$715. …”

NHTSA complaint #11737908, filed 2026-05

“I have a 2020 Kia telluride. On 6/14/2026 I opened my sun roof and was unable to close it. I called my local dealership and was advised that they were unable to look at my car for at least 2 weeks. I am currently having it repaired by a licensed auto shop which will cost me $3800.00”

NHTSA complaint #11744694, filed 2026-06

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Electrical system: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
2027415%
20252218%
20245022%
20235124%
20226921%
20214211%
2020618%

Other parts of the 2020 Kia Telluride

Exterior lighting
185 complaintsEngine
153 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
152 complaintsOther or unknown
150 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
70 complaintsBody and structure
56 complaintsSuspension
33 complaintsFuel system
18 complaintsBrakes
16 complaintsSeats
13 complaintsVehicle speed control
13 complaintsSteering
10 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2020 Kia Telluride

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

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