Recall 23V531000: 2023–2024 Kia Seltos, 2023 Kia Soul, 2023 Kia Sportage

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Park outside: NHTSA and the manufacturer advise owners to park these vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is completed.

Report date
Jul 31, 2023
Vehicles affected
39,765
Models
3
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Soul, Sportage, and 2023-2024 Seltos vehicles. The electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump assembly may contain damaged electrical components that can cause the pump to overheat.

The risk

An electric oil pump assembly that overheats increases the risk of a vehicle fire.

The fix

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the electric oil pump controller, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 28, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC275.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

Details

NHTSA campaign
23V531000
Manufacturer campaign
SC275
Manufacturer
Kia America, Inc.
Owner letters
Sep 28, 2023
Components
Power train:automatic transmission:fluid/lubricant:pump (Transmission & Drivetrain)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology