https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos New NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for the KIA Seltos. en-us Sun, 18 Oct 2026 08:38:56 GMT https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos#complaint-2178662 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT My 2021 Kia Seltos has experienced repeat internal engine damage related to oil consumption. An intake camshaft previously failed and was replaced by Kia. The vehicle has now suffered a second camshaft failure (exhaust cam) with dealer documentation of oil starvation. Prior recall SC336 was addressed only with a software update and no mechanical engine inspection. Despite documented oil starvation https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos#complaint-2177924 Wed, 18 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT My Seltos had a recall in 2021 (recall number SC209) because the piston oil rings were not property heated which can result in engine damage. The problem was supposedly repaired in 2021, yet in 2026 at 50,000 miles I am having piston notice problems and the engine light is constantly lit. The car has stalled on several occasions. I am being told that my vehicle with only 50,000 miles needs a br https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos#complaint-2177925 Wed, 18 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT My Seltos had a recall in 2021 (recall number SC209) because the piston oil rings were not property heated which can result in engine damage. The problem was supposedly repaired in 2021, yet in 2026 at 50,000 miles I am having piston notice problems and the engine light is constantly lit. The car has stalled on several occasions. I am being told that my vehicle with only 50,000 miles needs a br https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos#complaint-2177711 Tue, 17 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Certified shop said my timing chain was going as well as other associated components. My car is always low on oil even when mileage has not been met. Found my car is part of piston ring recall. Dealership stated my car is not affected however the issues the shop found most certainly confirm my issue which is going to cost over $2k to fix is associated with this. Dealership not only says my car https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos#complaint-2177712 Tue, 17 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Certified shop said my timing chain was going as well as other associated components. My car is always low on oil even when mileage has not been met. Found my car is part of piston ring recall. Dealership stated my car is not affected however the issues the shop found most certainly confirm my issue which is going to cost over $2k to fix is associated with this. Dealership not only says my car https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos#complaint-2176972 Sun, 15 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Came out of work to a cracked windshield. There was no crack in my windshield prior to this. The crack spans across half of the windshield requiring a full replacement which is going to come completely out of pocket for me because I had a $1000 deductible. Had I known this was such a common issue with this year make and model, I would’ve opted for the $0 glass deductible. As many others have repor https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos#complaint-2176633 Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT On 01/04/26, my vehicle’s Check Engine light came on and the engine was shaking. The next day, my mechanic diagnosed a P0301 code (cylinder #1 misfire), found signs of burning oil and cylinder damage in all cylinders, and noted the car had burned over 2 quarts of oil since the last oil change. He suspected faulty oil rings (previously recalled) and advised immediate dealer repair, warning of possi https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos#complaint-2176139 Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Dealer has denied to look into recall claiming that it is part of a warranty extension when it is a safety recall due to the issues I am experiencing. The car began to stall not even a year into me owning the vehicle. I had barely had the car for 4 months, not even enough time for my first oil change and my car stalled on me in a parking lot as I was driving. It shut off. It has done this multiple https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos#complaint-2176301 Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT While driving in traffic, my 2024 Kia Seltos suddenly shut down without warning again. I lost propulsion while the vehicle was in motion with passengers inside, creating an immediate safety hazard. The issue appears electrical or powertrain-related. This occurred during normal operation and could result in a serious crash. My vehicle shutting down in active traffic with passengers is unaccepta https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos#complaint-2176302 Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT While driving in traffic, my 2024 Kia Seltos suddenly shut down without warning again. I lost propulsion while the vehicle was in motion with passengers inside, creating an immediate safety hazard. The issue appears electrical or powertrain-related. This occurred during normal operation and could result in a serious crash. My vehicle shutting down in active traffic with passengers is unaccepta https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos#complaint-2175311 Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT I am reporting a failure of the remedy for NHTSA Recall 25V099 (Kia Recall SC336). My 2021 Kia Seltos with the 2.0L Nu MPI engine is exhibiting severe engine knocking and high oil consumption. Despite providing video evidence of the knock to Archer Kia (Houston, TX), the dealership refuses to acknowledge the defect or perform the required borescope inspection. ​This defect is a documented fire and https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos#complaint-2174839 Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The Kia was traveling approximately 45 - 50 mph and struck another vehicle that had pulled out from a stop sign. I had my hand on the horn and the airbags did not deploy on impact. https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos#complaint-2173773 Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2021 Kia Seltos. The vehicle was serviced under NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V099000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING), but the failure occurred. While the contact's wife was stopped at a traffic light, the vehicle stalled. While the accelerator pedal was depressed, the vehicle lunged forward and then stalled. The contact's wife was able to coast to the side of the road. No warning lights https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos#complaint-2173052 Wed, 04 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The car makes a jumping/jerking movement & at times, something that seems like a misfire happens. All lights go on and the car will do that jerking issue & become un drivable. This happened to me on the road and I was afraid for my safety as I couldn’t get my car to a safe place immediately. Brought it to my mechanic and he gave me forms of a recall regarding 2021 Kia Seltos which is what I have. https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos#complaint-2173053 Wed, 04 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The car makes a jumping/jerking movement & at times, something that seems like a misfire happens. All lights go on and the car will do that jerking issue & become un drivable. This happened to me on the road and I was afraid for my safety as I couldn’t get my car to a safe place immediately. Brought it to my mechanic and he gave me forms of a recall regarding 2021 Kia Seltos which is what I have. https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos#complaint-2173365 Wed, 04 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT We bought this 2021 Kia used and within a year the engine blew. There was a defect in the motor. It had just passed the warranty mileage. https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos#complaint-2172296 Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The dashboard goes completely black and will not work when it is really cold outside. This is a dangerous problem because I cannot see my speedometer, how much gas I have in my car, or the engine temperature. I have been to the Kia dealership 3 or 4 times for this problem and have them report it to Kia. They always tell me that they cannot replicate the problem so they cannot fix it. I have video https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos#complaint-2172297 Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The dashboard goes completely black and will not work when it is really cold outside. This is a dangerous problem because I cannot see my speedometer, how much gas I have in my car, or the engine temperature. I have been to the Kia dealership 3 or 4 times for this problem and have them report it to Kia. They always tell me that they cannot replicate the problem so they cannot fix it. I have video https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos#complaint-2172034 Sun, 01 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT When the temperature is around zero my dashboard will not come on. I have been to the dealership 5 times for this issue. It takes me an hour to get to the dealership and by the time I get there it comes on. Dealership (Ken Ganley) states they can’t find the problem if it’s on. This is total bullshit, they know they have an issue and can fix it. Bought the car brand new. I believe it’s a safety haz https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos#complaint-2171819 Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT My vehicle is included in NHTSA Recall 25V099 / Kia SC336 for defective piston oil rings. The vehicle has experienced stalling, loss of power, knocking noises, and oil consumption. The engine behavior is unsafe and consistent with recall-related engine damage. Kia closed my case based on a dealer’s subjective noise judgment, but no mechanical engine testing (oil consumption, compression, or cylin https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos#complaint-2171820 Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT My vehicle is included in NHTSA Recall 25V099 / Kia SC336 for defective piston oil rings. The vehicle has experienced stalling, loss of power, knocking noises, and oil consumption. The engine behavior is unsafe and consistent with recall-related engine damage. Kia closed my case based on a dealer’s subjective noise judgment, but no mechanical engine testing (oil consumption, compression, or cylin https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos#complaint-2171821 Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT My vehicle is included in NHTSA Recall 25V099 / Kia SC336 for defective piston oil rings. The vehicle has experienced stalling, loss of power, knocking noises, and oil consumption. The engine behavior is unsafe and consistent with recall-related engine damage. Kia closed my case based on a dealer’s subjective noise judgment, but no mechanical engine testing (oil consumption, compression, or cylin https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos#complaint-2171606 Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT When driving the car for a prolonged amount of time at a higher speed, the emissions from the motor back up into to the cabin once the car is stopped. https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos#complaint-2170876 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT I See recalls on transmissions but i don't see one on mine and it is having the same problems as the other Seltos not sure way it's not on a recall list https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos#complaint-2170546 Tue, 27 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT During the incident in question, the vehicle’s lane‑assist system malfunctioned in a manner I have never previously experienced. As I approached an area with multiple lane markings, the system appeared to become confused—possibly due to low‑light conditions—and abruptly pulled the steering wheel with significant force. This deviation was severe enough that I temporarily lost control, causing the v https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos#complaint-2170547 Tue, 27 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT During the incident in question, the vehicle’s lane‑assist system malfunctioned in a manner I have never previously experienced. As I approached an area with multiple lane markings, the system appeared to become confused—possibly due to low‑light conditions—and abruptly pulled the steering wheel with significant force. This deviation was severe enough that I temporarily lost control, causing the v https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos#complaint-2170548 Tue, 27 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT During the incident in question, the vehicle’s lane‑assist system malfunctioned in a manner I have never previously experienced. As I approached an area with multiple lane markings, the system appeared to become confused—possibly due to low‑light conditions—and abruptly pulled the steering wheel with significant force. This deviation was severe enough that I temporarily lost control, causing the v https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos#complaint-2168665 Wed, 21 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Instrument cluster does not turn on upon ignition, when in cold weather. this has been a repeating incident, first of which started only 2 months after the purchase. even after 7 separate incidents, and handful dealer visits, car was deemed "okay" because they could not replicate the issue. employees at the dealership have taken pictures and videos but have yet to find a solution to fix this issu https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos#complaint-2168043 Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Piston oil ring recall update complete in July 20 25. A month later key fob battery dies. Replaced key fob battery every other month since recall. September 20 25 had brakes and rotors changed at dealership since then anti-slip alert has triggered twice on dry roads. Light comes on then immediately goes off. Remote car starter stopped working in December. Dealership had no resolution for key fob i https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos https://plaincars.com/make/kia-seltos#complaint-2168044 Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Piston oil ring recall update complete in July 20 25. A month later key fob battery dies. Replaced key fob battery every other month since recall. September 20 25 had brakes and rotors changed at dealership since then anti-slip alert has triggered twice on dry roads. Light comes on then immediately goes off. Remote car starter stopped working in December. Dealership had no resolution for key fob i