Kia Seltos
EPA MPG:
29 mpg
Owner Reported MPG:
EPA MPG:
29 mpg
Owner Reported MPG:
RECALL ALERT:
There is 1 recall on this vehicle.
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There is 1 recall on this vehicle.
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RECALL ALERT:
There is 1 recall on this vehicle.
Learn More.
There is 1 recall on this vehicle.
Learn More.
Reliability
Overall Reliability
We expect the 2025 Seltos will have about average reliability when compared to the average new car. This prediction is based on data from 2024 model and the Kia brand score.
The 2022 Kia Seltos has been recalled 1 time by NHTSA.
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The 2022 Kia Seltos has been recalled 1 time by NHTSA.
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2022 SUVs Reliability
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Kia vs. Other New Car Brands Reliability
Reliability History
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Overall Reliability Verdict
NA
NA
POTENTIAL TROUBLE SPOTS
Engine Major
NA
NA
Engine Minor
NA
NA
Engine Cooling
NA
NA
Engine Electrical
NA
NA
Transmission Major
NA
NA
Transmission Minor
NA
NA
Drive System
NA
NA
Fuel System/Emissions
NA
NA
Exhaust
NA
NA
Suspension/Steering
NA
NA
Brakes
NA
NA
Climate System
NA
NA
Electrical Accessories
NA
NA
Body Hardware
NA
NA
Paint/Trim
NA
NA
Noises/Leaks
NA
NA
In-car Electronics
NA
NA
Overall Reliability Verdict
Potential Trouble Spots
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2022
NA
2023
NA
2024
Powertrain
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2007
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2009
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2021*
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024
Engine Major
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2001
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2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
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2015
2016
2017
2018
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2021*
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024
Engine Minor
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2001
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2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
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2021*
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024
Engine Cooling
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2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
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2021*
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024
Engine Electrical
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2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
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2021*
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024
Transmission Major
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2007
2008
2009
2010
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2012
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2021*
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024
Transmission Minor
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2001
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2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
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2015
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2017
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2020
2021*
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024
Drive System
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2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
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2015
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2017
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2020
2021*
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024
Fuel System/Emissions
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2002
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2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021*
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024
Exhaust
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2003
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2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
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2015
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2020
2021*
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024
Show all Powertrain Trouble Spots
Suspension/Steering
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2021*
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024
Brakes
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2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
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2021*
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024
Climate System
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2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
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2015
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2017
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2021*
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024
Build Quality
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2021*
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NA
2023
NA
2024
Electrical Accessories
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2006
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2021*
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NA
2023
NA
2024
Body Hardware
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2021*
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NA
2023
NA
2024
Paint/Trim
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2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
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2015
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2021*
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024
Noises/Leaks
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2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
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2021*
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024
Show all Build Quality Trouble Spots
In-car Electronics
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2021*
2022
NA
2023
NA
2024
Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting
how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive
reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest
subscriber survey for over 300,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give
you a rundown on how 2000 through 2024 vehicles are holding up in 20
potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, electric motor, EV charging, and
brakes to power equipment and the electrical accessories.
NA indicates that we did not receive a large enough sample size to provide
data for a specific year. An X indicates that the vehicle was not manufactured for a specific year.
Recalls
PROVIDED BY
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Feb 17, 2025
Engine damage can cause a vehicle stall or fire, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Summary:
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.
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.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
25V099000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
137256
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