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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 23V531000

2023 Kia Sportage | 2023 Kia Seltos | 2023 Kia Soul | 2024 Kia Seltos — Power train: automatic transmission: fluid/lubricant: pump

Published August 1, 2023 · Recall initiated: July 31, 2023

Summary

NHTSA records recall 23V531000, published August 1, 2023 and initiated July 31, 2023. Recalling firm: Kia America, Inc.; 2023 Kia Sportage | 2023 Kia Seltos | 2023 Kia Soul | 2024 Kia Seltos — Power train: automatic transmission: fluid/lubricant: pump.

What's the hazard

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.

What to do

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.

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Recall details

Brand
KIA
Model
SPORTAGE
Manufacturer
Kia America, Inc.
Lot
2023 KIA SPORTAGE | 2023 KIA SELTOS | 2023 KIA SOUL | 2024 KIA SELTOS
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2023 Kia Sportage | 2023 Kia Seltos | 2023 Kia Soul | 2024 Kia Seltos — Power train: automatic transmission: fluid/lubricant: pump recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 23V531000 on August 1, 2023. Reported hazard: 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.

What should I do if I have this product?

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.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: KIA. Model: SPORTAGE.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)