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Kia Seltos
Model Overview
The Seltos is Kia’s first volley into the subcompact crossover category. While it shares a lot of DNA with the Hyundai Kona, it brings more conventional styling to the segment, with a distinct European flavour that’s typical for Kia. The Seltos positions this Korean brand to take good advantage of the public’s current rush to trade small cars for little utilities.
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Recall Information
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Recall number
Recall date
System affected
Model year(s) affected
Recall number
2024-093
Recall date
2024-02-14
System affected
Electrical
Model year(s) affected
2021 2022 2023
Manufacturer Recall Number:
RC199
Units Affected:
44,478
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the 4WD control unit under the driver's seat may become contaminated by a mixture of salt and moisture inside the vehicle. Over time, this can lead to corrosion that could cause a short circuit.
Note: This recall only affects vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive.
Safety Risk:
A short circuit can create a fire risk, even while the vehicle is parked and turned off.
Corrective actions:
Kia will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect the 4WD control unit. The control unit and other components will be replaced as necessary. The dealer will also install a protective cover over the 4WD control unit. Kia advises that you should park your vehicle outdoors and away from other vehicles or structures until the recall repairs have been completed.
Recall number
2023-652
Recall date
2023-12-08
System affected
Airbag
Model year(s) affected
2024
Manufacturer Recall Number:
RC194
Units Affected:
415
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the side curtain airbag(s) may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the side curtain airbag(s) could inflate without a crash.
Safety Risk:
A side curtain airbag that inflates suddenly without a crash could create a risk of injury.
Corrective Actions:
Kia will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the left and/or right-side curtain airbag module(s).
Recall number
2023-421
Recall date
2023-08-01
System affected
Powertrain
Model year(s) affected
2023 2024
Manufacturer Recall Number:
RC182
Units Affected:
10,758
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the circuit board in the electric oil pump assembly for the transmission may be damaged. As a result, the circuit board could short circuit and overheat.
Safety Risk:
A short circuit could create the risk of a fire.
Corrective Actions:
Kia will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect the transmission electric oil pump assembly, and replace it as necessary. Kia recommends parking your vehicle outside and away from other vehicles or buildings until the recall repairs are completed.
Recall number
2021-225
Recall date
2021-04-14
System affected
Engine
Model year(s) affected
2021
Manufacturer Recall Number:
RC144
Units Affected:
19,634
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the engine's piston oil rings may be defective. This can cause engine wear that can lead to increased oil consumption. Eventually, this can create abnormal engine noise and the oil pressure warning light may turn on. If you continue to drive the vehicle with these symptoms, the engine could fail.
Safety Risk:
A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash. An engine failure could also create the risk of a fire.
Corrective Actions:
Kia will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect the engine. The engine will be replaced, if necessary. The dealer will also install a Piston-ring Noise Sensing System (PNSS) software update, to alert the driver of potential damage before an engine failure occurs.
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