This page covers 2 recalls, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2023 Kia Seltos.
27–31 mpg combined
7.6–8.7 L/100km
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 3 tested variants for this model year.
The 2021 to 2023 Kia Seltos received a four-star overall rating from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program for US-market vehicles. The vehicle earned four stars in frontal crash protection and rollover resistance. It achieved five stars in both side crash and side pole crash tests. NHTSA applies these ratings across model years until a major redesign occurs, so this assessment covers the entire 2021 to 2023 range.
4/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
The 2023 Kia Seltos has two recalls, both carrying fire risk: an electric oil pump that can overheat and ignite, and an engine that can stall or catch fire due to piston oil rings that may cause internal damage.
The oil pump concern involves the pump's electronic controller, which can fail and cause the pump to run too hot. On the engine side, piston oil rings may not have been made correctly, leading to internal engine damage that can cause the vehicle to stall unexpectedly or, in more serious cases, result in a fire.
At a glance
What can fail
The piston oil rings may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can damage the engine.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the engine if needed, and install piston-ring noise sensing system software, both at no cost.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump may have damaged electrical components that cause the pump to overheat.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the electric oil pump controller at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
