Used Kia Seltos: Inspection checklist
Pick the model year you are going to see. Each sheet lists the checks for the problems owners reported on that year, in the order you would do them at the car. Owners filed 515 complaints across these 6 years; the 2021 drew the most.
Choose a model year
2026
Most reported: brakes
3 complaints0 recallsOpen checklist
2025
Most reported: electrical
12 complaints0 recallsOpen checklist
2024
Fewest complaintsMost reported: electrical
41 complaints2 recallsOpen checklist
2023
Most reported: electrical
44 complaints2 recallsOpen checklist
2022
Most reported: engine
69 complaints1 recallOpen checklist
2021
Most complaintsMost reported: engine
346 complaints2 recallsOpen checklist
Problems that follow the Seltos from year to year
Each of these is a top-three complaint area in at least two model years. Darker cells mean more complaints that year. Whatever year you are looking at, give these extra time.
| Area | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical | 36 | 8 | 11 | 12 | 3 | 70 | |
| Engine | 184 | 31 | 8 | 5 | 228 | ||
| Transmission | 61 | 10 | 4 | 4 | 79 |
Seltos generations and updates
First years of a new generation and mid-cycle updates are marked. Each year links to its checklist.
First generation
2021–2026
2022 update: Updated Kia badge; Introduction of Nightfall Edition
2024 update: Updated front and rear design; New infotainment system
Mileages where Seltos problems start
From owner reports for each model year, lowest mileage first. Compare these with the odometer of the car you are seeing.
Every Seltos recall to confirm
4 recalls cover the Seltosyears on this site. Open a campaign number for NHTSA's full notice. 2 campaigns span more than one model year. One told owners not to drive or to park outside until repaired.
