Kia Recalls Nearly 150,000 Seltos, Soul Models Over Engine Stall and Fire Risks
The manufacturer has received reports of more than 400 stalled engines and at least four fires due to a defect in the piston oil ring.
The manufacturer has received reports of more than 400 stalled engines and at least four fires due to a defect in the piston oil ring.
Manufacturer has received three reports of vehicles missing seat mounting bolts, which are responsible for securely fastening the seat to the vehicle floor.
Manufacturers are expanding a previous electric vehicle recall, after the original repair solution did not appear to work.
Nearly half a million newer Kia Telluride SUVs have been recalled, amid reports of the power seat motors overheating and catching the driver seat on fire.
Recall comes after numerous reports by owners of the Kia Tellurides rolling away due to a defect, which may cause severe injuries for vehicle occupants or bystanders
More than 850 incidents have been reported involving roof molding detaching from Kia Sportage, and Carnival vehicles.
Kia and Hyundai thefts were more than seven times higher during the first six months of 2023, compared to similar vehicles from other manufacturers.
Dozens of Hyundai and Kia fires have been linked to faulty components used in millions of vehicles sold since 2010.
Hyundai and Kia fire risks have resulted in a number of recalls in recent years, but latest warning impacts new vehicles from the 2023 and 2024 model years
Owners are being urged to park the recalled Kia and Sportage SUVs outside, due to a tow hitch accessory that can short circuit and catch on fire.