--- title: "Kia recall: 140k Seltos, Souls recalled for fire risk" url: "https://pickuptrucktalk.com/2025/03/kia-recall-140k-seltos-souls-recalled-for-fire-risk/" publisher: "Pickup Truck + SUV Talk" content_signal: "search=yes, ai-input=yes, ai-train=no" author: "Pickup Truck + SUV Talk Staff" published: "2025-03-05T15:48:19+00:00" modified: "2025-07-23T15:09:32+00:00" image: "https://pickuptrucktalk.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/2022-kia-seltos.webp" --- # Kia recall: 140k Seltos, Souls recalled for fire risk By Pickup Truck + SUV Talk Staff Published: 2025-03-05T15:48:19+00:00 Updated: 2025-07-23T15:09:32+00:00 ![Featured image]() Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Seltos and Soul vehicles. For this Kia recall, the piston oil rings may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in engine damage. Engine damage can cause a vehicle stall or fire, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Dealers will inspect and replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Dealers will also install piston-ring noise sensing system (PNSS) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 4, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia’s number for this recall is SC336. If you own a 2021-2023 Seltos or Soul, be sure to consult the [NHTSA recalls portion of the website]() and type in the specific VIN of your truck to see if this current Kia recall applies to your vehicle. For a comprehensive list of SUVs, including recall details and buying guides, visit the [Free Mega SUV Directory]() to stay informed about the latest SUV updates. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov. ## **Kia recall information:** **NHTSA Campaign Number:**25V099000 **Manufacturer** Kia America, Inc. **Components** ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING **Potential Number of Units Affected**137,256 *Editor’s note: This information was copied directly from the NHTSA website. 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