This page covers 2 recalls, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2024 Kia Seltos.
26–31 mpg combined
7.6–9 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.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
The 2024 Kia Seltos has two recalls of equal seriousness: an electric oil pump that can overheat and catch fire, and side curtain airbags that can deploy without warning.
The oil pump issue stems from a damaged electronic controller in the Idle Stop & Go system, which can cause the pump to overheat and create a fire risk. Separately, a manufacturing error means the side curtain airbags may inflate unexpectedly while driving, which can startle the driver or strike an occupant and raise the risk of a crash or injury.
At a glance
What can fail
A manufacturing error may cause the side curtain air bags to deploy unexpectedly.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace both side curtain air bag modules as needed, at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
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.
