NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 21V259000
ENGINE
Published April 14, 2021 · Recall initiated: April 13, 2021
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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 details
- Brand
- KIA
- Model
- SOUL
- Manufacturer
- Kia America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2020 KIA SOUL | 2021 KIA SELTOS | 2021 KIA SOUL
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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