NHTSA recall 23V-531: Power Train

Kia America, Inc. · Reported July 31, 2023 · 4 affected model years

Power Train recall

Park outside23V-531
July 31, 2023 · Kia America, Inc.
Problem
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Soul, Sportage, and 2023-2024 Seltos vehicles. The electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump assembly may contain damaged electrical components that can cause the pump to overheat.
Safety risk
An electric oil pump assembly that overheats increases the risk of a vehicle fire.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the electric oil pump controller, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 28, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC275.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign number23V531000
ManufacturerKia America, Inc.
Report dateJuly 31, 2023
ComponentPower Train:Automatic Transmission:Fluid/Lubricant:Pump
Fixed over the airNo

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

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Affected vehicles

2024 Kia Seltos2 recalls total2023 Kia Soul4 recalls total2023 Kia Seltos2 recalls total2023 Kia Sportage7 recalls total

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