KIA SELTOS 2021: ENGINE
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 21V259000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| KIA | SELTOS | 2021 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2021-06-11 | 2021-04-13 | 2021-04-14 |
Manufacturers Involved: Kia America, Inc.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: SC209
Component: ENGINE
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 147249
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
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.
A damaged engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, oil may leak onto hot exhaust components, increasing the risk of a fire.
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.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.
