2020 Kia Telluride vs 2020 Volkswagen Atlas
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2020 Kia Telluride | 2020 Volkswagen Atlas |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 744 | 27 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 145 | 618 |
| Investigations | 1 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 9 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–23 | 19–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 7,025 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Kia Telluride | Volkswagen Atlas |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 182 | 0 |
| Engine | 136 | 3 |
| Visibility/wiper | 135 | 0 |
| Power Train | 70 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 57 | 11 |
| Structure | 52 | 1 |
| Suspension | 31 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 16 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Oil consumption | 61 | 0 |
| Stalling | 45 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 35 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 33 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 24 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 14 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 10 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 7 | 0 |
2020 Kia Telluride
2020 Volkswagen Atlas
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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.