Kia: Park Outside: Fire From Overheated Power Seat Motors (seats)

Recall Summary Kia is recalling 2020-2024 Telluride vehicles because the front power seat motor can overheat and catch fire, either from a stuck seat slide knob or from an incomplete previous repair. The fire risk applies whether the vehicle is parked or being driven. Dealers will install an electronic fuse assembly at no cost to fix the problem, and owners should park their vehicles outside and away from buildings until the repair is completed.

Recalling firm

Kia America, Inc.

Product

Component: SEATS. Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Telluride vehicles. The front power seat motor may overheat due to a stuck power seat slide knob or an improper recall 24V407 repair, which can result in a fire while parked or driving.

Reason

A fire increases the risk of injury. Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install an electronic fuse assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 13, 2026. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC374. This recall replaces NHTSA recall number 24V407. Vehicles already repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy completed. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become...

Classification

Class I

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United States

Agency

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Recall date

2026-07-02

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

Nationwide

Official recall notice from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

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