Kia has announced a voluntary recall for 4,358 units of the Kia Seltos, specifically the petrol-CVT models. The recall is associated with a potential issue in the electronic oil pump controller impacting the performance of the electronic oil pump in the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) gearbox. Customers of the affected units, manufactured between February 28 and July 13, 2023, will be contacted by Kia for the necessary replacement of the faulty part.
Recall Reason
The recall is due to a potential error in the electronic oil pump controller in the CVT gearbox of the Seltos petrol models.
Affected Units
A total of 4,358 units are affected by the recall.
Manufacturing Period
The recall includes Seltos units manufactured between February 28 and July 13, 2023.
Proactive Approach
Kia is proactively reaching out to customers and will replace the faulty part to address the identified issue.
Transmission Type
The affected models feature Kia's Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT), which is an automatic gearbox available with the 115hp, 1.5-litre petrol engine in the Seltos lineup.
Price Range
After the recent price revision in January, the Kia Seltos is priced from Rs 10.90 lakh to Rs 20.30 lakh (ex-showroom).
This recall is part of Kia's commitment to ensuring the safety and performance of its vehicles. Kia has previously issued recalls for various models addressing specific issues to maintain the quality and reliability of its vehicles. The company's proactive approach in reaching out to customers and conducting necessary replacements reflects its dedication to customer satisfaction and safety standards.
Actions Taken by Kia
- Replacement: Kia will replace the faulty part, specifically the electronic oil pump controller in the CVT gearbox of the affected Seltos units.
- Customer Outreach: Kia will contact customers of the impacted units to inform them about the recall and schedule the necessary service action.
- Preventive Measure: The recall is a preventive measure to address the potential issue before it impacts the performance of the vehicle.
Kia Seltos has been a popular choice in the midsize SUV segment and the company's commitment to addressing any identified issues through recalls underscores its dedication to customer safety and satisfaction.