Engine and engine cooling: engine: hard parts internal/mechanical
- Component
- Engine and engine cooling: engine: hard parts internal/mechanical
- Manufacturer
- Kia America, Inc.
- Vehicles affected
- 2,872
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2024-02-07
- Owners notified
- 2024-04-05
Defect description
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2024 Telluride vehicles. The engine valve springs may break while driving, which can result in a loss of drive power and possibly create a hole in the engine block.
Safety risk
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. A hole in the engine block increases the risk of a fire.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will replace the engine sub-assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC296.