Kia Recalls 2027 Telluride After Hyundai Palisade Nightmare Scenario

Kia is issuing a safety recall affecting 568 Telluride Hybrid models built between February 2, 2026, and March 13, 2026, due to a potential issue with the second-row power seats that could increase the risk of injury or death.

The recall applies to Telluride Hybrid SX Prestige and X-Line SX Prestige trims equipped with the Executive Package. According to the notice, the second-row power seats may not properly detect when they come into contact with a person.

As a result, the seats could continue moving during powered functions—such as one-touch tilt-and-slide or automatic fold-and-stow—even if an occupant or object is in the way. That raises the possibility of pinching or injury, particularly for rear-seat passengers. This is the same issue that saw corporate cousin, Hyundai, recall 61,000 Palisades after a tragic accident in Ohio on March 7, in which a two-year-old child was killed by the power seats.

Until a fix is available, Kia is urging owners to take precautions when using these features. Specifically, the automaker advises extra care when operating the second-row power seats. The automaker is warning owners to keep children away from the rear seating area during seat movement, and to avoid using automatic folding features when passengers are nearby.

Kia says a remedy is currently being developed, though details on the repair have not yet been released. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed starting May 19, 2026.

Kia's recall does not involve the same level of controversy as Hyundai's. According to NHTSA's recall documents, Hyundai received 20 different field claims relating to the issue since August of last year, with 4 injuries reported before the tragic accident prompted action.

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