Engine leaks oil

What got replaced

Owners who name the part that was replaced mention the oil filter housing (8 reports) and the oil pan gasket (3 reports).

Recalls and investigations

No recall on the engine covers the 2020 model year as of Sep 26, 2026.

What owners paid

6 of the 25 reports quote a price. Each dot is one quote. The middle half runs $2,008 to $10,000.

When it happens

The middle half of failures fell between 1,000 and 110,000 miles, from the 11 reports that gave a mileage.

What owners wrote

“Oil leak that I’ve put so much effort in getting fixed or replaced and nothing is working. The seat belts suck. The seats are ripped.”

Filed Apr 13, 2026

“Oil filter housing assembly- Resulted in very low engine oil with no warning lights or engine lights potentially leading to engine damage. Yes the component was inspected and replaced by dealership. This was after getting the oil plan repaired for leaking oil as well”

Filed Jan 16, 2026

“Our Kia Telluride had engine failure and a leaking oil pan. There were no warning messages or lamps at all.We noticed a blue smoke coming from the engine upon acceleration and a knocking noise from engine. We took it to a local repair shop and they said the engine was shot. We needed a new engine and a new oil pan as well as an oil change.”

Filed Jul 7, 2025

Other problems on this car

• Headlights too dim or fail 159 reports
• Windshield cracks or distorts 149 reports
• Burns oil or oil level rises 76 reports
• Engine stalls or loses power while driving 61 reports
• Engine failure, knocking or rod bearing 57 reports
• Check engine light or misfire 37 reports
• Paint peels or body rusts 34 reports
• Suspension noise, struts or alignment 31 reports