2020 Kia Telluride

Introduction:

The 2020 Kia Telluride is a three-row SUV that offers a comfortable and spacious interior, a powerful engine, and impressive towing capacity. It is powered by a 3.8-liter V6 engine paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission, delivering 291 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque. The Telluride is praised for its stylish design, advanced safety features, and overall value. However, it has faced some issues with certain components.

Engine

• 3.8L V6 Engine

  • No Issues Found

Transmission

• 8-Speed Automatic Transmission

  • Premature Transmission Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Transmission slips, hesitates, or fails to engage gears
    • Solution: Transmission replacement
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $5,000 - $8,000+
    • Recalls: NHTSA Recall #21V083000
  • Valve Body Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Transmission shuddering, delayed shifts, or loss of certain gears
    • Solution: Valve body replacement
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $3,000+
    • Recalls: None found

Suspension

• Rear Suspension Bushing Wear
  • Description/Symptoms: Squeaking or popping noises from the rear suspension, uneven tire wear
  • Solution: Bushing replacement
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
• Front Struts Blowing Out
  • Description/Symptoms: Abnormal handling, reduced suspension travel, noise
  • Solution: Strut replacement
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $700 - $1,200+

Electrical

• Battery Discharge
  • Description/Symptoms: Battery drains quickly, difficulty starting the vehicle
  • Solution: Battery replacement or electrical system diagnosis
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $300+
• Fuse Box Malfunction
  • Description/Symptoms: Blown fuses, electrical components not functioning
  • Solution: Fuse box replacement
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+

Exterior

• Fuel Door Leaking
  • Description/Symptoms: Fuel leak, strong fuel odor
  • Solution: Fuel door replacement
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400+

Interior

• Center Console Latch Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Center console lid not closing or latching properly
  • Solution: Latch replacement
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200+
• Third-Row Seat Latch Malfunction
  • Description/Symptoms: Difficulty folding or unfolding the third row seats
  • Solution: Latch replacement
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+

Summary:

The 2020 Kia Telluride has faced some issues with its transmission, suspension, electrical system, and interior components. While the transmission issues can be severe and costly, the other concerns are generally less severe and less expensive to fix. It is important to note that not all Telluride owners have experienced these issues, and some of the recalls mentioned have been resolved by the manufacturer.