2023 Kia Seltos recalls
There are 2 safety recalls on record for the 2023 Kia Seltos, covering 177,021 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
All recalls
Engine and engine cooling: engine: hard parts internal/mechanical
- What is wrong
- 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.
Recall number 25V099000 · Recall details
Power train: automatic transmission: fluid/lubricant: pump
- What is wrong
- 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.
Recall number 23V531000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2023 Kia Seltos recalls
How do I check if my 2023 Kia Seltos has an open recall?
Enter your VIN in the VIN decoder on this page to see the recalls for your exact model and year, then confirm with any dealer of the brand or the manufacturer, who can tell you whether the repair was already done on your car.
Do I have to pay for a recall repair?
No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.
How many recalls does the 2023 Kia Seltos have?
2, covering engine and engine cooling and power train.
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