Jeep Grand Cherokee vs Kia Telluride
For 2019–2022 models, the Jeep Grand Cherokee has 13.6 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 43.6 for the Kia Telluride. Below: what each one’s owners report most, when it shows up, and what it costs to fix.
Both rates cover the same model years (2019–2022), counting each complaint once and dividing by US sales, so the more popular vehicle isn’t penalized for being popular. Years too new to judge are left out. How this is calculated.
Jeep Grand Cherokee
13.6 complaints per 10,000 sold
69% fewer than the Kia Telluride
- Complaints
- 1,263
- Sold
- 930,544
- Recall campaigns
- 29
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 3
Fewest: 2020 and 2022. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 70,000 mi
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 83,000 mi
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Stalling and no-start
Typically around 80,000 mi
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Doors, windows, latches, seats and trim
Typically around 79,750 mi
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Wiring harness, grounds and connectors
Typically around 81,350 mi
Kia Telluride
43.6 complaints per 10,000 sold
3.2× the Jeep Grand Cherokee’s rate
- Complaints
- 1,427
- Sold
- 327,320
- Recall campaigns
- 11
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 0
Most complaints: 2020. Fewest: 2019. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 7,976 mi
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Doors, windows, latches, seats and trim
Typically around 5,000 mi
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Sunroof and panoramic roof
Typically around 7,018 mi · repair $330–$620
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Water leaks and seals
Typically around 3,700 mi
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Oil consumption and leaks
Typically around 76,500 mi
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Jeep Grand Cherokee or the Kia Telluride?
For 2019–2022 models, the Jeep Grand Cherokee has 13.6 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Kia Telluride has 43.6, counting the same model years for both.
What is the most common problem on the Jeep Grand Cherokee?
The most-reported problem on the Jeep Grand Cherokee is body control and other modules, typically around 70,000 miles.
What is the most common problem on the Kia Telluride?
The most-reported problem on the Kia Telluride is body control and other modules, typically around 7,976 miles.
Which Jeep Grand Cherokee and Kia Telluride years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Kia Telluride: 2020.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, recalls and investigations; US sales from public industry figures; repair costs from book labor hours and parts pricing at national rates. Complaints are self-reported and not independently verified. Problem lists cover each vehicle’s full history. This is not a recommendation to buy or avoid either vehicle.