Kia Telluride Brakes problems
46 of the 1,945 complaints about the Kia Telluride (2.4%) concern Brakes, making it the model's #8 problem area. That share is 0.4× the Brakes share across all tracked vehicles.
Analysis
By model year, Brakes complaints peak with the 2020 model (12, 2% of that year's complaints) and are lowest for the 2025 model (1). 10 Brakes complaints were filed in the last 12 months versus 13 in the 12 months before — a steady pace.
Owners most often describe: “brake”, “pedal”, “wheel speed”, “epb” and “abs”. 7 of these reports (15.2%) describe a crash or fire, with 2 injuries and 0 deaths mentioned.
No recall campaign addresses Brakes for the tracked model years.
By model year
When complaints were filed
Last 12 months: 10 · Previous 12 months: 13
Common terms in reports
- brake32
- pedal17
- wheel speed5
- epb4
- abs8
- speed sensor4
What owners report
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? I put the car in park, then turned off the vehicle, and removed my seatbelt. The car then began rolling back on its own.
22May2023: 2022 Kia Telluride had a complete brake failure while exiting an elementary school garage, leading to a collision with the closed gate. ABS warning lights came on and witnesses heard ABS sounds despite dry pavement and slow speed.
On August 3, 2026, while operating my 2024 Kia Telluride, I experienced a catastrophic and total failure of the service braking system.
Vehicle experiences intermittent brake failure at normal and low speeds. No indicator lights are present, no warnings are given.
The contact owns a 2023 Kia Telluride. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the brake light illuminated and was flashing. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer for a repair on the wheel speed sensor and parking brakes.
While braking in slow traffic at about 11-15 mph, the vehicle hit a pothole/road irregularity and the ABS appeared to activate. The brake pedal vibrated, but the steering wheel also began shaking rapidly left and right.
Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA, trimmed for length. The ODI number is NHTSA's record identifier.
Related recalls
No recall campaign addresses Brakes for the tracked model years.
Problem areas · Kia Telluride
- Body & structure536
- Engine319
- Interior & equipment318
- Electrical236
- Lighting178
- Transmission / powertrain114
- Wheels, tires & suspension58
- Brakes46
- Driver-assist systems42
- Airbags & seat belts41
Kia Telluride problems, complaints & recalls by model year ›
Frequently asked questions
How common are Brakes problems on the Kia Telluride?
46 of the 1,945 complaints about the Kia Telluride (2.4%) concern Brakes, making it the model's #8 problem area. That share is 0.4× the Brakes share across all tracked vehicles.
Which Kia Telluride model years have the most Brakes complaints?
By model year, Brakes complaints peak with the 2020 model (12, 2% of that year's complaints) and are lowest for the 2025 model (1).
Is there a recall for Kia Telluride Brakes problems?
No recall campaign addresses Brakes for the tracked model years.