NHTSA has received 42 owner complaints about the 2024 Kia Seltos, or 15.7 per year on the road — far fewer complaints than typical for a vehicle of its age (complaint index 0.37, where 1.00 is the average of all tracked vehicles). Among the 89 model-year 2024 vehicles we track, it ranks #31 for fewest complaints per year. Against other Kia models its rate is 56% lower; against other Subcompact SUVs it is 36% lower.
Counts are normalized by time on the road, not by sales volume: a popular model generates more reports than a rare one, and complaints are not verified individually. How we count
Complaints filed between 2023-08-22 and 2026-07-27. Median delay from incident to filing: 6 days.
42Complaints
15.7Complaints per year on the road
0.37Complaint index vs. all tracked vehicles
2Recalls · ⚠ 1
11.9%Share involving a crash or fire
17Last 12 months
Analysis
The previous model year (2023) drew 12.2 complaints per year, fewer than this one. The following model year (2025) drew 7.2 per year, fewer than this one. In its first two years on the road the 2024 model collected 32 complaints, 54% lower than the average vehicle of the same model year.
The most common problem area is Electrical (31.0% of complaints), followed by Engine (16.7%) and Interior & equipment (16.7%). Electrical complaints are 2.0 times as common here as across all tracked vehicles. Within Electrical reports, owners most often mention “speedometer”, “completely”, “temperature”, “black” and “gas”. 5 reports (11.9%) describe a crash or fire; owners mention 2 injuries and 0 deaths.
Half of the reported incidents happened within 14 months of the model year's start; the busiest period was the first year (45% of incidents). In the last 12 months 17 new complaints were filed, versus 16 in the 12 months before — a steady pace.
NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for this model year, 1 with a do-not-drive or park-outside warning. 12% of the complaints fall in component areas that a recall addresses.
Complaint index
vs. all tracked vehicles0.37
vs. other Kia models0.44
vs. other 2024 models0.41
vs. other Subcompact SUVs0.64
Complaints in first 2 years on the road · vs. same-year average (32)0.46
While driving, the vehicle suddenly began handling abnormally. In response, we safely pulled over as quickly as possible. Before we could fully stop, the wheel catastrophically failed.
Body & structure · 2026-06-17 · ODI 11744857 · Crash
During the incident in question, the vehicle’s lane‑assist system malfunctioned in a manner I have never previously experienced.
Steering · 2026-01-27 · ODI 11713766 · Crash
My 2024 Kia Seltos (leased, approximately 19,800 miles) received an over-the-air (OTA) software update on [07/03/2026]. The vehicle's screen prompted me to approve the update and stated it would complete with the ignition off.
Electrical · 2026-07-27 · ODI 11753039
Since November 2025, this vehicle has experienced repeated loss of power, severe shaking during acceleration, jerking between gear shifts, abnormal humming/grinding noises, and multiple check engine light events.
Engine · 2026-06-11 · ODI 11743542
Under extremely cold temperatures, approx 10° the main display does not work. The MPH & other vehicle information will not display.
Electrical · 2026-05-06 · ODI 11735970
Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA, trimmed for length. The ODI number is NHTSA's record identifier.
Summary: 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.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace both side curtain air bag modules as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 31, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC289.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:PUMP Campaign 23V531000 · 2023-07-31
⚠ Park-outside / do-not-drive warning
Summary: 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.
Remedy: 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.
No NHTSA investigation covers the tracked model years.
Frequently asked questions
How many complaints were filed for the 2024 Kia Seltos?
42 complaints were filed with NHTSA for the 2024 Kia Seltos, or about 15.7 per year on the road.
What is the most common problem reported for the 2024 Kia Seltos?
The most common category is Electrical, accounting for 31.0% of complaints.
Does the 2024 Kia Seltos have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 safety recall(s) for this model year.
Is the 2024 Kia Seltos still generating complaints?
In the last 12 months 17 new complaints were filed, versus 16 in the 12 months before — a steady pace.
How does the 2024 Kia Seltos compare with similar vehicles?
NHTSA has received 42 owner complaints about the 2024 Kia Seltos, or 15.7 per year on the road — far fewer complaints than typical for a vehicle of its age (complaint index 0.37, where 1.00 is the average of all tracked vehicles). Among the 89 model-year 2024 vehicles we track, it ranks #31 for fewest complaints per year. Against other Kia models its rate is 56% lower; against other Subcompact SUVs it is 36% lower.