2.82 vs tous les véhicules Variation annuelle inférieure à 30 %
351 des 559 plaintes concernant la Kia Seltos (62,8 %) portent sur Moteur, le premier domaine de problèmes du modèle. Cette part représente 2,8× la part de Moteur sur l'ensemble des véhicules suivis.
351Plaintes · Moteur
62.8%Part des plaintes
2.82×vs tous les véhicules
13112 derniers mois
3.4%Part impliquant un accident ou un incendie
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131 plaintes sur Moteur ont été déposées au cours des 12 derniers mois contre 120 lors des 12 mois précédents — une hausse de 9 %.
12 de ces plaintes (3,4 %) décrivent un accident ou un incendie, avec 2 blessés et 0 décès mentionnés.
2 campagnes de rappel concernent ce domaine, la plus récente étant la campagne 25V099000 (2025-02-17, millésimes 2021, 2022 et 2023).
I had two incidents with the Kia listed above involving the feature where the engine stops when at a light, and then turns back on when foot is removed from brake. The first instance happened in a parking lot while I was maneuvering into a spot.
Moteur · 2026-08-23 · ODI 11758909 · Accident
Car cutoff. Started back up to get off interstate. Saw smoke under hood and got it. Within 5 min sparks under the frame and then 10-15 min later flames
Moteur · 2026-07-29 · ODI 11753443 · Incendie
The contact owns a 2021 Kia Seltos. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine, oil pressure, and charging system warning lights were illuminated, and the vehicle stalled.
Moteur · 2026-10-08 · ODI 11769839
As I was driving my 2021 KIA SELTOS LX AWD, at approximately 45 mph, my car had stalled causing an injury to my facial area, specifically my nose.
Moteur · 2026-10-07 · ODI 11769588
While I was driving off the freeway, my vehicle suddenly stalled while I was in motion. The vehicle restarted, but shortly afterward it stalled again.
Moteur · 2026-10-07 · ODI 11769754
RECALL EVASION & TIMELINE FRAUD REPORT Filing formal complaint against Kia America & Kia of Cerritos (CA) for evasion of mandate under Safety Recall SC336 (NHTSA 25V099). 1.
Moteur · 2026-10-06 · ODI 11769472
Extraits de plaintes déposées auprès de la NHTSA (en anglais), raccourcis. Le numéro ODI est l'identifiant NHTSA du dossier.
Rappels liés
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL Numéro 25V099000 · 2025-02-17 · Millésimes: 2021, 2022, 2023
Résumé: 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.
Remède: 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.
Résumé: 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.
Remède: 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.
