2022 Kia Seltos
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 366 |
| 2022 | 72 |
| 2023 | 46 |
| 2024 | 44 |
| 2025 | 12 |
| 2026 | 4 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
51% of complaints: engine — 37 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
My 2022 Kia seltos with 47669 miles does while while driving. It DID NOT make a noise or shake. The engine light and oils light come on and the car dies. I have maintained regular oil changes and maintenance on the vehicle since the time of purchase.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260726
My 2022 Kia Seltos is burning through oil at a very high rate. I was reading that there is a recall for 2021-2023 Kia Seltos for this exact issue with the engine, but my vin from my vehicle is not listed on the recall.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260711
14% of complaints: power train — 10 distinct reports on file.
CRASH13% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 9 distinct reports on file.
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The contact owns a 2022 Kia Seltos. The contact stated that the vehicle hesitated and stalled while driving at various speeds with the check engine warning light illuminated on the instrument panel.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260727
13% of complaints: electrical system — 9 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing horn and instrument cluster/panel.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
Tried to remote start vehicle and it would not work. Went and manually started car so it could warm up and returned to house. Went back outside and car was backed into a ditch with all warning lights illuminated on dash.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231030
Also filed under UNKNOWN OR OTHER
7% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing warnings and automatic emergency braking.
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Summary: Failure of Vision system causes unpredictable computer behavior, and such failure may not be known by vehicle operator. 3 Separate Incidents on same car .
NHTSA ODI report, 20230126
SAFETY TIMELINE
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Seltos and Soul vehicles. The piston oil rings may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in engine damage.
Remedy: 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 were mailed April 4, 2025.
Campaign 25V099000 — check if this car was fixed
Kia 25V099 Piston Oil Ring Recall Effectiveness
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2022 Kia Seltos — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (37 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (10 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (9 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 25V099000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2022 Kia Seltos reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Kia Seltos?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 51% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2022 Kia Seltos have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.