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 | — | — | 81 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 0 | 3 | — | — | 80 | Excellent |
| 2024 | 1 | 50 | 3 | — | 72 | Good |
| 2023 | 1 | 43 | — | — | 86 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 0 | 37 | 2 | — | 79 | Good |
| 2021 | 1 | 231 | 3 | — | 72 | 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 365 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 3 recall campaigns and 365 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Seltos is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2023 Seltos achieved the highest reliability score of 86/100 with 1 recall and 43 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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