Recall 26V105 affects 85,448 2025 Kia Telluride vehicles for front seat frames that can fail in a crash. Repair is free at franchised Kia dealers.
Kia is recalling 85,448 2025 Telluride SUVs with power front seats because a manufacturing error means the driver and passenger seat back frame assemblies can fail to properly restrain occupants in a crash. The defect increases injury risk, and Kia dealers will inspect and replace the affected seat back frame assemblies free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The front seatback frame assembly in the 2025 Kia Telluride is the metal structure inside the power front seatback. It holds the seatback upright and connects to the recliner, the mechanism that lets the seatback move and lock into position. In a crash, that locked structure helps keep the occupant properly restrained.
On affected Tellurides, the front seatback recliner was improperly manufactured. Because the recliner does not hold the seatback as designed, the driver or passenger seatback can fail to restrain the occupant properly during a crash. The issue is with the recliner inside the seatback frame, not with normal seat adjustment use.
Owners can notice a loose front seatback or a grinding noise when reclining the front seatback. Those are warning signs that the seatback recliner is not working as it should.
Who's affected?
VINs became searchable on March 9, 2026.
| 2025 Kia Telluride | seat assembly |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 85,448 |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
A front seat back frame that fails during a crash can fail to properly restrain an occupant, increasing injury risk. A loose front seatback or grinding noise while reclining is a warning sign. Schedule the inspection soon and avoid using a loose seat until it is checked. Repair is free at any franchised Kia dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2025 Kia Telluride is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Kia dealer to schedule the free inspection and, if needed, front seat back frame replacement for the power front seat restraint issue.
- Bring the recall notice if Kia has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 26V105 when you call.
- Call Kia Customer Service at 1-800-333-4542 with questions about the dealer inspection or replacement process.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Kia technician inspects the front seat back frame assemblies for the driver and passenger seats and replaces the assemblies if needed. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor. If you already paid out of pocket for this seat frame repair before the recall notice, Kia uses its general reimbursement plan on file. Keep your repair documentation and contact Kia Customer Service or the dealer service desk to start the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| February 23, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 24, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| February 24, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
| March 9, 2026 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V105?
Recall 26V105 covers 85,448 2025 Kia Telluride vehicles with power front seats. A manufacturing error can leave the front seat back frame assemblies unable to properly restrain occupants in a crash, increasing injury risk.
What should I do if my 2025 Kia Telluride is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Telluride is included in recall 26V105. If it is, contact a franchised Kia dealer to schedule the seat inspection and replacement of the front seat back frame assemblies, as needed. Reference Kia recall SC362 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost. Kia dealers will inspect the front seat back frame assemblies and replace them, as necessary, free of charge.
Is it safe to drive my 2025 Kia Telluride before the repair?
Kia has not issued a do-not-drive instruction for recall 26V105. The risk involves crash protection: if a front seat back frame fails during a crash, it can increase injury risk. Confirm your VIN, then schedule the free dealer inspection and repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V105000 |
|---|---|
| Kia customer service | 1-800-333-4542 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V105 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V105000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notice (PDF) - Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →