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Kia Seltos and Soul Engine Recall

If you own a 2021-2023 Kia Seltos or Kia Soul, you may be facing serious engine trouble. Kia has issued a recall affecting 53,635 Seltos and 83,621 Soul vehicles, totaling 137,256 cars. The issue? A defective piston ring that can cause excessive oil consumption and potentially lead to catastrophic engine failure.

What’s Wrong with These Kia Models?

The recall stems from a manufacturing defect in the piston rings, which may not have been properly heat-treated. This flaw can result in:

  • Increased oil consumption

  • Engine knocking

  • Loss of power

  • Stalling or engine failure

If left unaddressed, this issue could lead to complete engine replacement—a costly and inconvenient repair that no vehicle owner wants to deal with.

Does Your Kia Qualify Under Lemon Law?

Lemon laws are designed to protect consumers from repeated repairs and safety risks caused by manufacturing defects. If your Kia Seltos or Soul has been in for multiple repairs due to this engine issue, you may be entitled to:

  • A buyback or replacement vehicle

  • A cash settlement for the diminished value of your car

  • Compensation for repair costs, towing, and rental car expenses

What Should Kia Owners Do?

If you own an affected 2021-2023 Kia Seltos or Soul, here’s what you need to do next:

  1. Check if your vehicle is part of the recall by entering your VIN on Kia’s official recall website or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) website.

  2. Schedule an appointment with your Kia dealer for a recall inspection and possible engine replacement.

  3. Keep all repair records and communications with the dealership—this documentation is crucial for any potential lemon law claim.

  4. Contact Naderi Law Group.

How Our Law Firm Can Help

At Naderi Law Group, we specialize in helping consumers fight back against auto manufacturers under California lemon laws. If you’ve had repeated issues with your Kia Seltos or Soul, you shouldn’t have to suffer through endless repair visits or drive an unsafe vehicle.

We offer free consultations and work on a no-win, no-fee basis—meaning you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you.

Ray Naderi