2022 KIA Seltos Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Seltos years
- Far more complaints than other years 2nd of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 4 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 74 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 KIA Seltos. That ranks 2nd out of 7 Seltos model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (39 complaints, 53%), typically at around 84,000 miles. Complaints mention 6 crashes, 3 fires, 2 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 74owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 6complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2022 KIA Seltos problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 39 | 53% | 84,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 17 | 23% | 2,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 10 | 14% | — | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 9 | 12% | 50,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 8 | 11% | 30,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 3 | 4% | 100,000 | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 3 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Lane Departure | 2 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 2 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Firerelated | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2022 KIA Seltos recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Engine and engine cooling:engine:hard parts internal/mechanical
Problem: Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Seltos and Soul vehicles. The piston oil rings may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in engine damage.
Risk: Engine damage can cause a vehicle stall or fire, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Dealers will also install piston-ring noise sensing system (PNSS) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 4, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC336.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Kia 25V099 Piston Oil Ring Recall Effectiveness (AQ25001) — opened Aug 6, 2025, closed Dec 18, 2025.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
While I was driving off the freeway, my vehicle suddenly stalled while I was in motion. The vehicle restarted, but shortly afterward it stalled again. Due to the repeated stalling and the safety concern, the vehicle had to be towed to a Kia dealership for inspection. The dealership diagnosed the…
car only has 50,000 miles on it and started using a lot of oil.
Uneven wear 8/16 ones at 7/16 and one is 6/16 and the other is at 5/16 and has been riding ruff since we purchased them.
The contact owns a 2022 Kia Seltos. The contact stated that the vehicle hesitated and stalled while driving at various speeds with the check engine warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, and the contact was provided information…
My 2022 Kia seltos with 47669 miles does while while driving. It DID NOT make a noise or shake. The engine light and oils light come on and the car dies. I have maintained regular oil changes and maintenance on the vehicle since the time of purchase.
Other KIA Seltos years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 Seltos | 1 | 0 |
| 2026 Seltos | 4 | 0 |
| 2025 Seltos | 13 | 0 |
| 2024 Seltos | 46 | 2 |
| 2023 Seltos | 46 | 2 |
| 2022 | 74 | 1 |
| 2021 Seltos | 376 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2022 KIA Seltos?
Owners most often report engine, unknown or other, power train problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 39 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2022 KIA Seltos?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2022 KIA Seltos a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Seltos model years, the 2022 has far more complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.