2021 Jeep Cherokee vs 2021 Kia Telluride
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 25, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2021 Jeep Cherokee | 2021 Kia Telluride |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 162 | 364 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 256 | 95 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–26 | 21–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 49,000 mi | 3,950 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Jeep Cherokee | Kia Telluride |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 93 | 28 |
| Engine | 26 | 63 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 64 |
| Electrical System | 22 | 41 |
| Structure | 0 | 33 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 10 | 22 |
| Service Brakes | 13 | 14 |
| Suspension | 5 | 20 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 14 | 14 |
| Stalling | 13 | 19 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 12 |
| Hesitation / surging | 8 | 10 |
| Clunking / rattling | 5 | 10 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 20 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 13 |
2021 Jeep Cherokee
2021 Kia Telluride
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.