2026 Kia Seltos Problems, Recalls & Complaints
NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints for the 2026 Kia Seltos, and what to keep if your vehicle keeps going back to the shop.
Recall campaigns
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year
NHTSA owner complaints as of November 6, 2026, from NHTSA's complaint data files.
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Data last refreshed (Eastern time)
November 6, 2026
NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns for the 2026 Seltos and 4 owner complaints; the most-reported component in owner complaints is service brakes, hydraulic, with 2 reports.
Counts come from NHTSA records for this model year and refresh daily. Complaints are unverified owner reports; one complaint can name more than one component.
Top Reported Problems
Owner complaints grouped by NHTSA component (top 5). Linked components open a page comparing models for that problem.
- VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL2
- FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM1
- ENGINE1
2026 Seltos Recall Records
Campaigns can apply only to specific configurations and production dates. Confirm whether your VIN is affected with NHTSA or the manufacturer.
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year. This is not a clean bill of health or a VIN check.
Check Your VIN at NHTSA2026 Seltos Service Bulletins
A service bulletin is a manufacturer's repair instruction to dealers. It is not a recall and does not by itself establish a defect or a claim.
Manufacturer communications filed with NHTSA for this model year, newest first. A bulletin may apply only to certain configurations. Source data refreshes daily.
| Number | Date | Component | Summary | NHTSA record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TSB_ELE422 | May 28, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM SOFTWARE UPDATE USING UPDATE.KIA.COM - This bulletin provides information and service procedures for updating the infotainment sy… | 11033217 |
| TSB_ENG261_R1 | Feb 10, 2026 | ENGINE | TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: DATA COLLECTION: EXTRACT CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS DATA FROM ECU (DC26) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised se… | 11028738 |
| TSB_ELE412 | Feb 5, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STEERING | TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: STEERING ANGLE SENSOR CALIBRATION (SA641) - This bulletin provides information regarding the recalibration of the Steering Angle Sens… | 11028508 |
| TSB_ENG261 | Jan 28, 2026 | ENGINE | TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: DATA COLLECTION: EXTRACT CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS DATA FROM ECU (DC26) - This bulletin provides information related to extracting “in use monitoring pe… | 11027858 |
| PS797 | Dec 9, 2025 | BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS | PITSTOP: TECHNICAL OPERATIONS: EXTERNAL DAMAGE TO ULTRASONIC SENSOR: This Pitstop provides information related to Parking Distance Warning (PDW) alerts and repairs involving ult… | 11026698 |
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Build Your Seltos Repair File
- Dated repair orders with mileage and diagnosis
- Whether the same symptom returned after the repair
- Days unavailable, rental bills and dealer correspondence
- Purchase or lease contract and warranty documents
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