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- ENGINE
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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.
- Notes
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2020-2021 Kia Soul and 2021 Kia Seltos vehicles with the 2.0L Nu MPI engine may have piston oil rings that were not properly heat-treated. This can damage the engine, and a damaged engine may stall, which raises the risk of a crash. Oil may also leak onto hot exhaust components, which increases the risk of a fire.
The repair is free. Kia will notify owners, and an authorized dealer will inspect the engine and replace it if necessary. Kia will also deploy Piston Ring Noise Sensing System (PNSS) software. Owners can contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542, referring to recall number SC209.
Check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls and schedule the free inspection at an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possible.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Kia Seltos | 2021 |
|---|---|
| Kia Soul | 20202021 |