NHTSA Safety Database · Dean McCrary Kia · Mobile, AL
Kia Seltos Recalls
Every open NHTSA safety recall for the Seltos, model years 2021–2027, pulled live from the federal database below — matched to your exact VIN, with plain-English guidance on what to do next. Every recall repair is free.
Check Your Seltos
Enter your 17-character VIN to see every open recall that applies to your exact Seltos — campaigns can vary by build date and equipment. We query the NHTSA database in real time, so the result is always current.
Prefer to talk? Call with your VIN and we’ll verify every open campaign for you.
How Seltos Recalls Work
A safety recall means Kia or NHTSA identified a defect or noncompliance that could affect your vehicle’s safety. Not every Seltos is affected by every recall — it depends on your exact build date, trim, and equipment. Your VIN (checker above) is the definitive, per-vehicle answer; the live federal list below is the complete, always-current record.
What It Means
Recall Severity Labels, Explained
Kia flags its most urgent recalls with plain-language guidance. Park Outside means keep the vehicle parked away from structures and other vehicles until it’s repaired — typically a fire-risk concern. Do Not Drive is more severe still: don’t operate the vehicle at all until the repair is complete. If either label appears when you check your VIN or in the live list below, call us right away and we’ll prioritize your repair.
What To Do
Every Repair Is Free — Act Promptly
Federal law requires that safety recall repairs be performed free of charge — parts and labor — regardless of your Seltos’s age, mileage, or where you bought it. Recalls can be issued at any time, so check your VIN periodically and schedule your free repair as soon as one appears. We’ll confirm parts availability and get you in quickly.
Every Seltos Recall, Explained
Every NHTSA safety campaign Kia has filed for the Seltos to date — newest first, verified as of 2026-07-15 against NHTSA. The live federal list below updates automatically if a new campaign opens after this date.
Engine2021–2023
Engine AND Engine Cooling · Engine · HARD PARTS Internal/mechanical
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.
Risk: Engine damage can cause a vehicle stall or fire, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Free Fix: 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.
NHTSA 25V-099 · Kia SC336 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Air Bags2023–2024
AIR BAGS
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Soul and 2024 Seltos vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the side curtain air bags may deploy unexpectedly.
Risk: An air bag that deploys unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury or crash.
Free Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace both side curtain air bag modules as necessary, free of charge.
NHTSA 23V-830 · Kia SC289 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Drivetrain2023–2024Park Outside
POWER TRAIN · Automatic Transmission · Fluid/lubricant · PUMP
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.
Risk: An electric oil pump assembly that overheats increases the risk of a vehicle fire.
Free Fix: 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.
NHTSA 23V-531 · Kia SC275 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Engine2020–2021
Engine
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.
Risk: A damaged engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, oil may leak onto hot exhaust components, increasing the risk of a fire.
Free Fix: 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.
NHTSA 21V-259 · Kia SC209 · See Full Details & Schedule Repair →
Every Open Seltos Recall, Live from NHTSA
The list below is generated at request time directly from the NHTSA federal recall database for Seltos model years 2021–2027 — nothing on this page is pre-written or curated. Use the filters to narrow by model year or system, then run your VIN above for the definitive answer on your exact vehicle.
Model Year
System
Filters narrow this page’s content — your VIN (checker above) is always the definitive answer for your exact vehicle.
This page doesn’t pre-write recall summaries — every campaign shown here comes straight from the live NHTSA feed below, current as of the moment you load this page. Run your VIN above for the definitive, per-vehicle check.
Seltos Recalls by System
A dedicated page for each Seltos recall campaign — hardcoded facts verified against NHTSA, plus the live VIN checker.
Explore Other Kia Models
Recall history is specific to each model — check the live list for any Kia you’re driving, buying, or servicing.
Seltos Recall FAQs
How do I know if my Seltos has an open recall?⌄
Enter your 17-character VIN in the checker above — it queries the live NHTSA database and returns every open recall for your exact vehicle. The live list further down this page shows the complete federal record for Seltos model years 2021–2027, but your VIN is the definitive answer for your specific vehicle.
What does “Park Outside” or “Do Not Drive” mean on a recall?⌄
Park Outside means keep the vehicle parked away from structures and other vehicles until it’s repaired, usually because of a fire risk. Do Not Drive is more urgent — don’t operate the vehicle at all until the free repair is complete. Either label will appear on your VIN check or in the live list if it applies to your Seltos. Call us right away if you see one and we’ll prioritize your repair.
How many recalls does the Kia Seltos have?⌄
It depends on your exact model year, build date, and equipment — the count changes over time as NHTSA and Kia issue new campaigns. The live list on this page always reflects the current federal total for Seltos model years 2021–2027; your VIN is the only reliable answer for your individual vehicle.
How often should I check for new Seltos recalls?⌄
Recalls can be issued at any time, so it’s worth checking your VIN periodically — especially before a long trip or if you notice any unusual symptoms. We’re also happy to check for you whenever you’re in for service.
I’m buying a used Seltos. How do I make sure the recalls are done?⌄
Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or in the checker above before you buy — open campaigns show immediately. Dean McCrary Kia closes any open recalls free of charge regardless of where you bought the vehicle, and every used Seltos we retail has its open recalls completed first.
Do I pay anything for Seltos recall repairs?⌄
No. Safety recall repairs are free by federal law — parts and labor — for the life of the vehicle, at any authorized Kia dealer, no matter where you bought it. Pair a recall with regular maintenance and we’ll handle both in one visit.