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NHTSA Recall 25V494000: Exterior trim (structure)

Kia America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 201,149 vehicles. It affects 2023–2025 Kia Telluride.

201,149
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2025
owners notified (November 19)
NHTSA campaign25V494000
Manufacturer campaignSC347
ComponentSTRUCTURE › EXTERIOR TRIM
Report receivedJuly 28, 2025
Owner notificationNovember 19, 2025
Initiated byNHTSA Office of Defects Investigation

Defect

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Telluride vehicles. The door belt molding trim can delaminate and detach from the vehicle.

Safety risk

A detached trim piece can become a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the belt molding trim assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC347.

Vehicles covered by recall 25V494000

Make and modelModel years
Kia Telluride2023, 2024, 2025

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.