2020-2021 Kia Seltos and Kia Soul recall: engine
Kia Motors America reported this safety recall on April 13, 2021. It covers about 147,249 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 147,249
- reported
- Apr 13, 2021
- owners notified
- Jun 11, 2021
- related complaints
- 722
Engine
- What is wrong
- Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Soul, and 2021 Seltos vehicles equipped with 2.0L Nu MPI engines. The piston oil rings may not have been properly heat-treated, which may result in engine damage.
- Risk
- A damaged engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, oil may leak onto hot exhaust components, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine, free of charge. In addition, Kia will deploy Piston Ring Noise Sensing System (PNSS) software. The recall began June 11, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1‑800‑333‑4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC209.
Recall number 21V259000
Affected vehicles
- Kia Seltos 2021 2021
- Kia Soul 2020-2021 20202021
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 722 complaints about engine problems.
Questions about recall 21V259000
Is there a recall on the 2020-2021 Kia Seltos and Kia Soul engine?
Yes. Recall 21V259000, reported on April 13, 2021, covers about 147,249 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 21V259000?
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine, free of charge. In addition, Kia will deploy Piston Ring Noise Sensing System (PNSS) software. The recall began June 11, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1‑800‑333‑4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC209.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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