Recommended Maintenance & Wear Parts for a 2020 Kia Telluride
The common service parts a 2020 Kia Telluride needs — typical replacement intervals, what to watch for, and where to buy each one. Confirm exact fitment by VIN before purchasing.
Kia’s maintenance schedule for the 2020 Kia Telluride lists the oil filter every 7,500 mi, engine air filter every 30,000 mi, cabin air filter every 15,000 mi and spark plugs every 97,500 mi. The other 11 parts below have no interval in that schedule and are replaced on condition; the ranges shown for them are general guidelines for all cars. TecDoc part numbers are on file for 6 of the 15 parts on the 3.8 L petrol, 6-cyl, 295 hp engine. NHTSA also lists 7 safety recalls for this model, most often for the seats (2).
Last updated: · Specs: NHTSA vPIC · Recalls: NHTSA
2020 Kia Telluride maintenance & wear parts
Intervals marked OEM are manufacturer-recommended for this vehicle; the rest are typical guidelines. Your real schedule still varies by engine, trim and driving conditions — Always follow your owner's manual and confirm the exact part by VIN before buying.
| Part | System | Interval | Common signs | Part no. (TecDoc) | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brake Pads | Brakes | General: Every 40,000–70,000 km | Squeal, grinding, longer stops | P 30 118 BREMBO | Shop → |
| Brake Rotors | Brakes | General: With pads / if warped | Pedal pulsation, deep scoring | — | Shop → |
| Oil Filter | Engine | Every 7,500 mi OEM | Replaced with the oil | ADG02163 BLUE PRINT | Shop → |
| Engine Air Filter | Engine | Every 30,000 mi OEM | Low MPG, weak acceleration | ADG022152 BLUE PRINT | Shop → |
| Cabin Air Filter | HVAC | Every 15,000 mi OEM | Weak airflow, musty smell | 26-2000 MAXGEAR | Shop → |
| Spark Plugs | Ignition | Every 97,500 mi OEM | Rough idle, misfires | — | Shop → |
| 12V Battery | Electrical | General: Every 3–5 years | Slow crank, dim lights | — | Shop → |
| Alternator | Electrical | General: As needed (no fixed interval) | Battery light, dimming lights | — | Shop → |
| Starter Motor | Electrical | General: As needed (no fixed interval) | Click on start, no-crank | — | Shop → |
| Wiper Blades | Exterior | General: Every 6–12 months | Streaking, chattering | AD18CH450 BLUE PRINT | Shop → |
| Headlight Bulbs | Lighting | General: As needed (when dim or out) | One side dim or burnt out | — | Shop → |
| Serpentine Belt | Engine | General: Every 80,000–160,000 km | Squeal on cold start, cracks | — | Shop → |
| Fuel Filter | Fuel System | General: 50,000–100,000 km (or lifetime in-tank) | Hard start, hesitation | — | Shop → |
| Radiator | Cooling | General: As needed (leaks / overheating) | Overheating, coolant leak | — | Shop → |
| Water Pump | Cooling | General: Often done with the timing belt | Coolant leak, whine, overheat | ADG09165 BLUE PRINT | Shop → |
2020 Kia Telluride specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Telluride |
| Model Year | 2020 |
| Overall Length (mm) | 5000 |
| Overall Width (mm) | 1990 |
| Overall Height (mm) | 1760 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 2900 |
| Curb Weight (kg) | 1970 |
| Front Bumper to Windshield Base (mm) | 1300 |
| Side Glass Height (mm) | 420 |
| Side Glass Base to Rocker Panel (mm) | 990 |
| Roof Width Between Side Rails (mm) | 1140 |
| Front Overhang (mm) | 950 |
| Rear Overhang (mm) | 1150 |
| Front Track Width (mm) | 1700 |
| Rear Track Width (mm) | 1700 |
| Weight Distribution, Front/Rear (%) | 57/43 |
| Models Kia offered in 2020 | 13 |
Source: NHTSA vPIC / Canadian Vehicle Specifications. Linear dimensions in mm; weight in kg. Your exact build may vary by trim — decode your VIN to confirm.
Open recalls on the 2020 Kia Telluride (7)
The NHTSA database lists 7 safety recalls for the 2020 Kia Telluride, affecting: SEAT BELTS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, TRAILER HITCHES, EXTERIOR LIGHTING, POWER TRAIN, SEATS. A recall repair is free at a franchised dealer. Check whether yours is affected by your exact VIN.
| Component | Summary |
|---|---|
| SEAT BELTS · REAR/OTHER | Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2020 Telluride vehicles. The seat belt assemblies in the front passenger, second, and/or third row seats may not tightly secure a chi… |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · WIRING | Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2020 Telluride vehicles equipped with Smart Cruise Control (SCC). When a trailer is connected to the vehicle, the trailer brake light… |
| TRAILER HITCHES | Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Telluride vehicles potentially equipped with a Genuine Kia 4-pin tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purcha… |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING · HEADLIGHTS | Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2020 Telluride vehicles. The high beam headlights may fail. |
| POWER TRAIN · DRIVELINE | Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Telluride vehicles. The intermediate shaft and right front driveshaft may not be fully engaged, which can result in vehicle … |
| SEATS · FRONT ASSEMBLY | Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Telluride vehicles. The front power seat motor may overheat due to a stuck power seat slide knob, which can result in a fire… |
See all recalls for the 2020 Kia Telluride → · Source: NHTSA. Confirm by VIN before assuming a recall applies.
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How often should parts be replaced on a 2020 Kia Telluride?
Kia’s maintenance schedule for the 2020 Kia Telluride lists the oil filter every 7,500 mi, engine air filter every 30,000 mi, cabin air filter every 15,000 mi and spark plugs every 97,500 mi. Parts not in that schedule, such as brake pads, are replaced when inspection shows wear.
What part numbers fit a 2020 Kia Telluride?
For the 3.8 L petrol, 6-cyl, 295 hp engine, TecDoc lists brake pads BREMBO P 30 118, oil filter BLUE PRINT ADG02163, engine air filter BLUE PRINT ADG022152 and cabin air filter MAXGEAR 26-2000, among others; 6 of the 15 parts in the table have a catalogued number. Other engines of the same model year can need different parts.
What maintenance parts does a 2020 Kia Telluride need?
The recurring service and wear parts are brake pads and rotors, the engine oil, air and cabin filters, spark plugs, the 12V battery, wiper blades, headlight bulbs and the serpentine belt; the alternator, starter, radiator and water pump are replaced when they fail.
Where can I buy parts for a 2020 Kia Telluride?
Each row links to marketplace listings for that part on this 2020 Kia Telluride. Confirm fit before buying: a VIN lookup resolves the engine and trim that decide which part number is correct.