2023 Kia Seltos | 2023 Kia Soul | 2021 Kia Seltos | 2022 Kia Seltos | 2022 Kia Soul | 2021 Kia Soul — Engine and engine cooling: engine: hard parts internal/mechanical
Published February 19, 2025 · Recall initiated: February 17, 2025
Summary
NHTSA records recall 25V099000, published February 19, 2025 and initiated February 17, 2025. Recalling firm: Kia America, Inc.; 2023 Kia Seltos | 2023 Kia Soul | 2021 Kia Seltos | 2022 Kia Seltos | 2022 Kia Soul | 2021 Kia Soul — Engine and engine cooling: engine: hard parts internal/mechanical.
What's the hazard
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 to 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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- KIA
- Model
- SELTOS
- Manufacturer
- Kia America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2023 KIA SELTOS | 2023 KIA SOUL | 2021 KIA SELTOS | 2022 KIA SELTOS | 2022 KIA SOUL | 2021 KIA SOUL
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2023 Kia Seltos | 2023 Kia Soul | 2021 Kia Seltos | 2022 Kia Seltos | 2022 Kia Soul | 2021 Kia Soul — Engine and engine cooling: engine: hard parts internal/mechanical recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 25V099000 on February 19, 2025. Reported hazard: 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 I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: KIA. Model: SELTOS.