What are the most common Kia Seltos problems?
According to Au7o's analysis of 892+ owner reports, the 2021-2025 Kia Seltos has 4 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Piston Oil Ring Defect and Engine Damage, Idle Stop & Go Oil Pump Overheating, CVT Hesitation and Jerking Under Load. Of these, 2 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
Is the Kia Seltos reliable?
The 2021-2025 Kia Seltos has 4 known issues documented across 892+ owner reports. 2 issues are rated critical: Piston Oil Ring Defect and Engine Damage and Idle Stop & Go Oil Pump Overheating. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
How much does it cost to fix common Kia Seltos problems?
Repair costs for known Kia Seltos issues range from $0 to $5,500, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, Piston Oil Ring Defect and Engine Damage, typically costs $0-$5,500 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
What year Kia Seltos is the most reliable?
Reliability varies across model years of the Kia Seltos. Based on documented issues, problems are most commonly reported in earlier model years. Au7o recommends checking the specific known issues for your target year before purchasing, and having a pre-purchase inspection performed by a qualified mechanic. Our known issues database covers the 2021-2025 Kia Seltos with 4 documented issues documented across 892+ owner reports.
What is the 2021-2023 Kia Seltos Piston Oil Ring Defect and Engine Damage?
The 2.0L Nu MPI engine in 2021-2023 Seltos vehicles has piston oil rings that may not have been properly heat-treated during manufacturing. The defective rings fail to scrape oil from cylinder walls, causing excessive oil consumption that can lead to oil starvation, bearing damag… Repairs typically run $0-$5,500. Severity: high.
What is the 2023-2024 Kia Seltos Idle Stop & Go Oil Pump Overheating?
The ISG (Idle Stop & Go) oil pump electronic controller in 2023-2024 Seltos vehicles may contain damaged electrical components that cause the pump to overheat, increasing fire risk. NHTSA Recall 23V-578 covers affected Seltos and Sportage vehicles. Kia replaces the ISG oil pump a… Repairs typically run $0-$800. Severity: high.
What is the 2021-2025 Kia Seltos CVT Hesitation and Jerking Under Load?
The Seltos equipped with the 2.0L engine and CVT (IVT) exhibits hesitation, jerking, and poor acceleration response, particularly when merging or climbing hills. The CVT struggles under load and can enter limp mode. Owners report the transmission feels sluggish compared to tradit… Repairs typically run $0-$4,500. Severity: medium.
What is the 2021-2024 Kia Seltos Instrument Cluster Goes Blank on Startup?
The Seltos instrument cluster intermittently fails to illuminate on initial startup, displaying a completely blank screen. Speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge, and warning lights are not visible. The issue typically resolves after turning the vehicle off and restarting, but can r… Repairs typically run $0-$900. Severity: medium.
