Recalls · NHTSA

2023 Kia Seltos recalls

2 campaigns1 Park outside

NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns for the 2023 Kia Seltos. Recalls apply to specific VINs, and the repair is free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included.

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2 recalls, newest first

Park It and Park Outside campaigns are flagged

Engine and engine cooling: hard parts internal

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Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Seltos and Soul vehicles. The piston oil rings may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in engine damage.

Risk: Engine damage can cause a vehicle stall or fire, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Dealers will also install piston-ring noise sensing system (PNSS) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 4, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC336.

Engine and engine coolingReported Feb 18, 2025NHTSA 25V099000
2 owner complaints cite engine and engine cooling · read them

Power train: fluid

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Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Soul, Sportage, and 2023-2024 Seltos vehicles. The electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump assembly may contain damaged electrical components that can cause the pump to overheat.

Risk: An electric oil pump assembly that overheats increases the risk of a vehicle fire.

Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the electric oil pump controller, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 28, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC275.

Power trainReported Jul 31, 2023NHTSA 23V531000
4 owner complaints cite power train · read them
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