Jeep Wrangler vs Kia Telluride
For 2019–2022 models, the Jeep Wrangler has 32.3 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 Wrangler
32.3 complaints per 10,000 sold
26% fewer than the Kia Telluride
- Complaints
- 2,637
- Sold
- 815,372
- Recall campaigns
- 26
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 5
Fewest: 2022. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 55,000 mi
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Tie rods, linkage, shaft and column
Typically around 6,600 mi · repair $270–$510
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 65,437 mi
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Tank, lines and filler
Typically around 45,000 mi
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Shocks and struts
Typically around 17,000 mi · repair $280–$1,440
Kia Telluride
43.6 complaints per 10,000 sold
1.3× the Jeep Wrangler’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 Wrangler or the Kia Telluride?
For 2019–2022 models, the Jeep Wrangler has 32.3 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 Wrangler?
The most-reported problem on the Jeep Wrangler is body control and other modules, typically around 55,000 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 Wrangler 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.