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Kia Telluride: Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) / Lane Keeping Assist malfunction and limitations

Lane Keeping Assist malfunction

Kia Telluride Check Driver Assistance System warning message
  1. Check Driver Assistance system

If Lane Keeping Assist detects a malfunction, the Master warning light (Kia Telluride Master warning light icon) and the yellow Lane Keeping Assist indicator (Kia Telluride Lane Keeping Assist warning indicator) illuminate on the instrument cluster together with a warning message.

If this message appears, have the Lane Keeping Assist system on your Kia Telluride inspected by an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possible.

Lane Keeping Assist disabled

Kia Telluride Driver Assistance system limited camera obscured message
  1. Driver Assistance system limited. Camera obscured.

If the front view camera or related sensor area is covered by snow, rain, dirt, ice, or other foreign material, Lane Keeping Assist may be unable to detect lane markings correctly. In these conditions, the system may become temporarily limited or automatically disabled.

When this occurs, a warning message appears together with the Master warning light (Kia Telluride Master warning light icon) and the Lane Safety warning indicator (Kia Telluride Lane Safety warning indicator) on the instrument cluster. This behavior is considered normal when sensor visibility is restricted.

Lane Keeping Assist should resume normal operation after snow, rain, dirt, or other foreign material has been removed from the windshield and camera area. Keeping the sensor area clean helps maintain reliable performance.

If Lane Keeping Assist continues to operate improperly after cleaning the sensor area or after removing obstructions such as a trailer or carrier from the rear of the vehicle, have your Kia Telluride inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.

WARNING

  • Lane Keeping Assist may not function correctly even if no warning message or warning indicator is displayed on the instrument cluster.

  • If the obstruction or system malfunction remains after restarting the vehicle, Lane Keeping Assist may continue to operate improperly or remain unavailable.

TIP

You can review Lane Keeping Assist status information through the service messages displayed in the Utility Information view of the instrument cluster.

Limitations of Lane Keeping Assist

Lane Keeping Assist may not operate correctly or may respond unexpectedly under certain road, weather, or traffic conditions, including but not limited to the following situations:

TIP

  • For additional information regarding front view camera limitations, refer to the Forward Collision-avoidance Assist (FCA) (Sensor Fusion) section.

  • For more information about interior camera limitations, refer to the Forward Attention Warning (FAW) section.

WARNING

  • The driver is always responsible for operating the Kia Telluride safely. Never rely solely on Lane Keeping Assist or drive carelessly because the feature is active.

  • Depending on road conditions, weather, and surrounding traffic, Lane Keeping Assist may stop operating or may not function as expected. Always remain attentive while driving.

  • If lane markings are not detected correctly, refer to the Lane Keeping Assist malfunction and limitations information.

  • For safety reasons, turn OFF Lane Keeping Assist when towing a trailer or another vehicle.

  • At higher vehicle speeds, steering assistance becomes more limited. Always comply with posted speed limits and maintain full control of the vehicle.

  • Lane Keeping Assist may not display a warning message or produce an audible alert if another driver assistance system is already issuing its own warning.

  • In noisy surroundings, the Lane Keeping Assist warning sound may be difficult to hear. Adjust the audio volume appropriately and continue monitoring traffic conditions.

  • Objects attached to the steering wheel may interfere with proper steering assistance.

  • Lane Keeping Assist may not operate for approximately 15 seconds after the vehicle is started or while the front view camera is initializing.

  • Lane Keeping Assist will not operate under the following conditions:

    • While the turn signal is activated or for a short period after it has been switched off.

    • When the vehicle is not traveling near the center of the lane immediately after Lane Keeping Assist is activated or following a lane change.

    • When ESC (Electronic Stability Control) or VSM (Vehicle Stability Management) is operating.

    • When the vehicle negotiates a sharp curve at speed.

    • During sudden lane changes.

    • During sudden braking.

  • Carrying cargo beyond the maximum allowable load or distributing cargo unevenly can negatively affect vehicle stability and may reduce the effectiveness of Lane Keeping Assist.

Lane Keeping Assist operation

Turning Lane Keeping Assist ON and OFF To switch Lane Keeping Assist ON or OFF, press and hold the Lane Driving Assist () button on the steering wheel for more than two seconds while the vehicle is ON...

Lane Following Assist (LFA)

Lane Following Assist can recognize lane markings or a vehicle traveling ahead and help keep the Kia Telluride centered within the lane during supported driving conditions...

Other information:

Kia Telluride (LQ2, 2027-2026) Owner's Manual: Declaration of conformity

FCC This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device under Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These requirements are intended to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in residential environments.

Kia Telluride (LQ2, 2027-2026) Owner's Manual: Lane-Change Side function: (if equipped)

The Lane-Change Side function of Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist is designed to help support the driver when moving toward a lane where another vehicle or motorcyclist may be approaching from the rear side. In the Kia Telluride, this function may provide assistance through the following stages: Collision Warning Emergency Steering Collision Warning Collision Warning Collision Warning can alert the driver with the emergency steering warning light blinking (), a warning message, an audible warning, and steering wheel vibration.