Power rear seats may trap a person
Defect Summary
Kia america, inc. (kia) is recalling certain 2027 telluride hybrid sx prestige and x-line sx prestige vehicles equipped with the executive package. The second-row power seats may fail to detect a person. The seat may continue to move after contacting a person during powered seat functions, such as one-touch tilt-and-slide or automatic power fold-and-stow.
Safety Consequence
A person, especially a child, may become trapped by a rear powered seat, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Owners are advised to exercise caution when operating the second-row power seat functions until the repair is performed. Children are advised to not be in the rear seats or near the rear seating area during power-folding operation. The power second-row seat control unit software will be updated over-the-air (ota) or by a dealer, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed april 20, 2026. Owners may contact kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is sc366. Vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall will be searchable on nhtsa.gov on march 25, 2026.
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FAQ: Recall 26V173000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 26V173000?
NHTSA recall 26V173000 was issued by Kia America, Inc. on March 20, 2026. It addresses: Power rear seats may trap a person. The recall affects approximately 568 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seats component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Kia America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 26V173000 or the manufacturer campaign number SC366. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-20. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.