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2023 Kia Seltos recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2023 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component2
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns | Park‑it |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | – |
| Power train | 1 | 1 |
Safety recalls2
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Feb 17, 202525V099000 | Engine and engine cooling: engine hard parts internal/mechanicalEngine damage can cause a vehicle stall or fire, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 25V099000
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| Jul 31, 202323V531000 | Power train: automatic transmission fluid/lubricantAn electric oil pump assembly that overheats increases the risk of a vehicle fire. Park outside, away from structures DetailsHide details for campaign 23V531000
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Owner complaints by component46
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 17 | 37 |
| Unknown or other | 17 | 37 |
| Electrical system | 15 | 33 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 4 | 9 |
| Power train | 4 | 9 |
| Visibility | 4 | 9 |
| Structure | 3 | 7 |
| Service brakes | 3 | 7 |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 7 |
| Lane departure | 2 | 4 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 2 | 4 |
| Steering | 1 | 2 |
| Air bags | 1 | 2 |
| Wheels | 1 | 2 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 2 |
1 more component with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- 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.”
- Engine
“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.”
- 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…”
Other Kia Seltos model years
- 20250 recalls13 complaints
- 20242 recalls46 complaints
- 20232 recalls46 complaints
- 20221 recall74 complaints
- 20212 recalls376 complaints
Other Kia models
- 2023 Sorento4 recalls163 complaints
- 2023 Soul4 recalls54 complaints
- 2023 Sportage7 recalls306 complaints
- 2023 Forte3 recalls65 complaints
- 2023 Telluride6 recalls207 complaints
- 2023 Rio0 recalls12 complaints
- 2023 Niro4 recalls65 complaints
- 2023 K54 recalls108 complaints
- 2023 Carnival4 recalls51 complaints
- 2023 EV64 recalls137 complaints
- 2023 Stinger1 recall5 complaints
- 2020 Optima0 recalls153 complaints
2023 Kia Seltos recall questions
How many recalls does the 2023 Kia Seltos have?
NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns for the 2023 Kia Seltos. The most recent, 25V099000 (reported February 17, 2025), concerns engine and engine cooling. 1 campaign carries a park-it or park-outside warning. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What is the most common complaint about the 2023 Kia Seltos?
Engine is the most-reported component, named in 17 complaints out of 46 filed with NHTSA (37%). Across all complaints, owners reported 4 crashs and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2023 Kia Seltos?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Kia recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Kia dealer.
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