Is the Kia Seltos Reliable?
2021–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Kia Seltos Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 1 | — | — | 99 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 0 | 2 | — | — | 98 | Excellent |
| 2024 | 1 | 44 | 3 | — | 64 | Fair |
| 2023 | 1 | 41 | — | — | 65 | Good |
| 2022 | 0 | 36 | 2 | — | 69 | Good |
| 2021 | 0 | 216 | 1 | — | 70 | Good |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Seltos Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Seltos scores 10 points above the average suv — a strong result.
Known Kia Seltos Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 340 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Kia Seltos reliable?+
The Kia Seltos scores 78/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 6 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 2 recall campaigns and 340 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Seltos is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2026 Seltos achieved the highest reliability score of 99/100 with 0 recalls and 1 complaints.
How many miles does a Seltos last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Kia Seltos owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Seltos will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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