Kia Forte, Soul, Seltos recall in Canada: engine may fail
In plain language
This recall affects certain 2020 Kia Forte, 2020-2021 Kia Soul, and 2021 Kia Seltos vehicles in Canada equipped with a 2.0 L Nu MPI engine. The engine's piston oil rings may be defective, leading to increased oil consumption and potential engine failure. A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash, and an engine failure could create a fire risk.
What to do
- Contact your dealer or manufacturer to schedule the free repair.
- Follow any safety instructions in the notice.
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Affected products
Specific affected products are listed in the official notice.
Why this matters
Engine failure could create fire risk
Do I have this product?
This recall applies to specific products. Details are listed in the official notice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was this product recalled?
Engine failure could create fire risk
What should consumers do?
Contact your dealer or manufacturer to schedule the free repair. Follow any safety instructions in the notice.
Where was the product sold?
This product was sold in Canada. For specific retailers or distribution areas, please check the official recall notice linked on this page.
Is there a health risk?
Yes, there may be a health risk. Engine failure could create fire risk
When was this product recalled?
This product was recalled on April 19, 2022.
Is the Kia brand affected by this recall?
Yes, Kia products are affected by this recall. This recall affects certain 2020 Kia Forte, 2020-2021 Kia Soul, and 2021 Kia Seltos vehicles in Canada equipped with a 2.0 L Nu MPI engine. The engine's piston oil rings may be defective, leading to increased oil consumption and potential engine failure. A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash, and an engine failure could create a fire risk.