Park outside: fire from overheated power seat motors
Defect Summary
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.
Safety Consequence
A fire increases the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
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 searchable on nhtsa.gov beginning july 17, 2026.
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Other recalls from Kia America, Inc. or involving Seats.
FAQ: Recall 26V430000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 26V430000?
NHTSA recall 26V430000 was issued by Kia America, Inc. on July 2, 2026. It addresses: Park outside: fire from overheated power seat motors. The recall affects approximately 462,869 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 26V430000 or the manufacturer campaign number SC374. 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.
Why is this recall flagged for fire risk?
This recall has been classified as having a fire risk when parked. NHTSA generally advises affected owners to park outside, away from structures and other vehicles, until the defect is repaired.
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: 2026-08-17. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.