NHTSA Vehicles recall ·
2021–2023 KIA Seltos and 1 more recall: Engine Damage May Cause Stall or Fire
- Recall number
- 25V099000
- Date
- Manufacturer
- Kia America, Inc.
- Category
- Vehicles › Engine And Engine Cooling
- Recall type
- Vehicle
- Units affected
- 137256
- Hazard tags
- Fire Crash risk Injury risk
Read the official NHTSA notice ↗
Product
Engine And Engine Cooling
Affected vehicles
Not every vehicle of these models is affected. Enter your 17-character VIN on NHTSA.gov to check your vehicle.
Why was it recalled?
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.
Consequence
Engine damage can cause a vehicle stall or fire, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
What should you do?
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.
Manufacturer campaign number
SC336
Source: NHTSA (vehicles), recall 25V099000. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the NHTSA.