Recall 21V577 affects 5,143 2022 Kia Telluride SUVs for a blank instrument display. Repair is free at any franchised Kia dealer.
Kia is recalling 5,143 2022 Telluride vehicles because the LCD display screen can stay blank after startup, leaving out information such as the digital speedometer, gear selection indicator, and odometer. Missing display information increases crash risk, and Kia dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The instrument cluster assembly in the 2022 Kia Telluride includes the 3.5-inch LCD screen in the driver’s panel. That screen is supposed to wake up after startup and show required driver information, including speed, gear position, and warning lights. Kia’s software depends on the display loading correctly when the push start button is used.
On included Tellurides, the welcome animation takes too long to load because the file size is larger than the software handles correctly. When startup timing is off, the LCD screen stays blank instead of showing the driver the required controls and displays. Kia corrected the issue by improving the instrument cluster software so the screen does not go blank.
There is no warning sign before failure. The owner would only know there is a problem when the instrument cluster screen remains blank after startup.
Who's affected?
| 2022 Kia Telluride | instrument panel |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 5,143 |
Not every 2022 Kia Telluride is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
A blank LCD display can hide the digital speedometer, gear selection indicator, and odometer, leaving you without basic driving information and increasing the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before the display goes blank. If it happens, drive cautiously and contact a Kia dealer for the software update. Repair is free at any franchised Kia dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022 Kia Telluride is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Kia dealer to schedule the free instrument-cluster software update for the blank LCD display.
- Bring the recall notice if Kia mailed one. If you do not have it, reference recall number 21V577 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the software update is complete. Confirm the speedometer, gear indicator, and odometer are visible before each trip.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Kia technician updates the instrument cluster's software so the LCD display can show the required startup controls and information. The software update and labor are free under the recall. If you already paid for an instrument cluster or display repair tied to this issue, Kia's General Reimbursement Plan covers repair expenses already incurred. Ask the service desk how to submit repair documentation under that plan when you schedule the recall work.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| July 28, 2021 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 30, 2021 | Dealer notification began |
| July 30, 2021 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 3, 2021 | Owner notification mailed |
| August 3, 2021 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 21V577?
Recall 21V577 covers 5,143 2022 Kia Telluride vehicles with an instrument-cluster software problem. The LCD display screen can stay blank after startup, leaving out information such as the digital speedometer, gear selection indicator, and odometer. Kia dealers will update the instrument cluster software for free.
What should I do if my 2022 Kia Telluride is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Telluride is included in recall 21V577. If it is, call a franchised Kia dealer and ask for the instrument cluster software update for recall SC215. The repair is free, and Kia mailed owner letters on August 3, 2021.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects and compliance defects at no cost, and Kia's remedy says dealers will update the instrument cluster software free of charge. Use a franchised Kia dealer for the recall repair.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is missing driver information on the LCD display. If the screen stays blank after startup, the driver can lose access to the digital speedometer, gear selection indicator, and odometer, increasing crash risk. Kia's free software update fixes the instrument cluster issue.
What if I bought my 2022 Kia Telluride used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your Telluride is included in recall 21V577, then contact a franchised Kia dealer and reference recall SC215 when you schedule service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/21V577000 |
|---|---|
| Kia customer service | 1-800-333-4542 |
| NHTSA recall # | 21V577 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 21V577000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →