Does the 2023 Kia Seltos have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2023 Kia Seltos, the most recent reported on February 17, 2025 (Engine and engine cooling: engine, hard parts internal/mechanical). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2023 Kia Seltos?

Owners have filed 47 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (18 complaints), followed by unknown or other (17).

How many 2023 Kia Seltos complaints mention a crash or fire?

4 of 47 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2023 Kia Seltos recalls and problems

2 recalls and 47 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2023 Kia Seltos.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2023 Kia Seltos recalls

Engine and engine cooling: engine, hard parts internal/mechanical

NHTSA campaign 25V099000 · reported February 17, 2025 · Kia America, Inc. · 137,256 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: Engine damage can cause a vehicle stall or fire, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
The 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. 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.

Power train: automatic transmission, fluid/lubricant, pump

NHTSA campaign 23V531000 · reported July 31, 2023 · Kia America, Inc. · 39,765 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: An electric oil pump assembly that overheats increases the risk of a vehicle fire.
The 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. 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.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Engine18
Unknown or other17
Electrical system16
Forward collision avoidance4
Power train4
Service brakes4
Visibility4
Structure3
Visibility/wiper3
Engine and engine cooling2

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Oct 19, 2026 · Electrical system
My 2024 Kia Seltos, with approximately 50,000 miles, experienced a sudden shutdown while traveling at highway speed, cannot accelerate. The dashboard warning appeared as no key not detected and the brake pedal became extremely hard, making the vehicle difficult to stop. The vehicle subsequently restarted normally…

Sep 4, 2026 · Engine
Car was taken In for service and tech noted was low on oil and looked as if was burning oil and advised of a recall. My VIN for my 2023 didn’t come back as effected but clearly is having same issue as the recall on the others with same year and make.

Aug 23, 2026 · Engine · crash reported
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. The accelerator sensor sent my car forward at a high rate of speed, and I…

Jun 26, 2026 · Electrical system
To the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), I am writing to formally submit a safety complaint regarding my 2023 Kia Seltos, which exhibits a recurring, dangerous defect involving the engine stalling without warning. This defect results in a total loss of power while the vehicle is in operation or…

Jun 22, 2026 · Structure
Paint bubbling and chipping off. Dull blotches

Seltos model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2021	2	378	13	6
2022	1	76	6	3
2023	2	47	4	0
2024	2	47	4	1
2025	0	13	1	0
2026	0	4	1	0

Across all years, the 2021 Seltos has the most complaints (378). All Kia Seltos years →

Questions

Does the 2023 Kia Seltos have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2023 Kia Seltos, the most recent reported on February 17, 2025 (Engine and engine cooling: engine, hard parts internal/mechanical). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Kia Seltos?: Owners have filed 47 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (18 complaints), followed by unknown or other (17).
How many 2023 Kia Seltos complaints mention a crash or fire?: 4 of 47 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 19, 2026.