Kia Recalls 2021–2023 Seltos

Kia Recalls 2021–2023 Seltos, Soul Models with Piston Ring Issue
The recall affects 137,256 Kia vehicles that may have defective piston rings, which could cause enough damage to lead the automaker to replace the engine.
Kia Recalls 137,256 Seltos and Souls for This Potential Problem with the Engine
Kia is recalling 137,256 examples of 2021 through 2023 Soul and Seltos vehicles because of a possible problem with the piston rings. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recall notice cites a possible manufacturing defect for the piston rings,
Kia recall could see thousands of Soul, Seltos engines replaced
Over 130,000 Kia vehicles are being recalled south of the border thanks to an issue with piston rings in that brand’s 2.0L four-cylinder engine, found under the hood of some Soul and Seltos models. However, it isn’t immediately clear if Canadian owners will be similarly covered.
Kia Recalls 137,000 2021-2023 Soul, Seltos SUVs Over Engine Issue
Kia is recalling some 137,000 Seltos and Soul SUVs (2021 to 2023 model-years) due to a potential problem with the 2.0L 4-cylinder engine.
137,000 Kia Owners Affected by Major Engine Recall
Both the Kia Soul and the slightly larger Kia Seltos use the same 2.0-liter engine. Now, according to a recall filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the duo could have engine defects that may lead to a motor failure or a fire.
Kia Recalls Seltos and Soul to Replace Incorrectly Manufactured Piston Oil Rings
An estimated 137,256 examples of the 2021 through 2023 Seltos and Soul with 2.0-liter Nu engines may require brand-new powerplants
Two Kia SUVs Recalled Again Over Major Engine Issue
Kia says that there was a "quality deviation" at the Kia Autoland Hwaseong plant that manufactured the oil rings. Over time, the piston ring can damage the cylinder wall. This can lead to excess oil consumption and either abnormal noise or a low oil pressure warning light.
Kia Engine Recall 2025: What Caused It & How To Check If You're Affected
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137,000 Kia Seltos, Soul SUVs Recalled for Engine Damage, Fire Risk
Kia’s latest recall affects its Seltos and Soul compact SUVs and is prompted by engine damage that could result in a stall or fire.
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Kia recalls more than 137,000 vehicles for engine issue: See affected models
Here's what to know about the recall including which Kia models and years are affected. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. Dealers will replace the engine free of charge ...
Kia America to recall more than 137,000 vehicles, NHTSA says
Kia America is recalling 137,256 vehicles in the United States over concerns that piston oil rings may have been manufactured ...