2025 Kia Seltos
Only 13 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 13
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2025: 13 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 377 |
| 2022 | 75 |
| 2023 | 47 |
| 2024 | 47 |
| 2025 | 13 |
| 2026 | 4 |
| 2027 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Only 13 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Forward collision avoidance
4 of 13 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing warnings and automatic emergency braking.
Show complaint excerpts
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The braking system appears to have failed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-07-15
Also filed under Service brakes
KiA started a system update while I was driving on a busy road which caused complete loss of engine power and all electrical. This is nuts. What if youâre on the highway driving 70 mph and this happens?
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-19
Also filed under Lane departure
Exterior lighting
3 of 13 total reports mention: exterior lighting.
Electrical system
3 of 13 total reports mention: electrical system.
Lane departure
3 of 13 total reports mention: lane departure, most commonly citing warning and blind spot detection.
Suspension
1 of 13 total reports mentions: suspension.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2025 Kia Seltos — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Forward collision avoidance: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Exterior lighting: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2025 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 2025 Kia Seltos?
- The most-reported component is forward collision avoidance, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2025 Kia Seltos have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.