NHTSA Complaint #11707979 — 2021 KIA TELLURIDE

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11707979
Vehicle	2021 KIA TELLURIDE
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	July 21, 2025
Date Filed	December 31, 2025
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	IN

Consumer Description

Bought the vehicle in February. The vehicle is burning oil too fast. In 1 week 5 qts. I don't drive much as I work from home. Kia dealer wants thousands of dollars. I paid for extended warranty.

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