Kia recalls 2024-2026 Seltos SUVs in Canada over fire risk
The recall affects all-wheel drive models and warns owners to park outdoors until repairs are made.
Kia is recalling 2024 to 2026 Seltos SUVs in Canada over a potential short circuit that could lead to a fire.
The recall, posted by Transport Canada on Oct. 8, only affects vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive.
The agency said the 4WD control unit under the driver’s seat may become contaminated by a mixture of salt and moisture, which can cause corrosion and a short circuit over time.
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“A short circuit can create a fire risk, even while the vehicle is parked and turned off,” the recall notice said.
The notice advises owners to park their vehicles outdoors and away from other vehicles or structures until repairs are completed.
“To reduce the safety risk, Kia advises that you should park your vehicle outdoors and away from other vehicles or structures until the recall repairs have been completed,” the recall advises owners.
Kia will notify owners by mail and instruct them to take their vehicle to a dealership for an inspection.
Dealers will replace the 4WD control unit and other components as needed and install a protective cover over the unit.
The recall is on the 2024 to 2026 Kia Seltos.
It only affects vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive.
Transport Canada posted the recall on its website on Oct. 8.
The 4WD control unit under the driver’s seat of some vehicles may become contaminated by a mixture of salt and moisture inside the vehicle.
Over time, this can lead to corrosion that could cause a short circuit.
Kia will notify owners by mail and advise them to take their vehicle to a dealership to inspect the 4WD control unit.
The dealer will replace the control unit and other components as necessary.
They will also install a protective cover over the 4WD control unit.
This is the latest in a series of consumer product recalls over fire risks. Novello Desserts reported in October that U.S. officials recalled hand warmers over similar overheating concerns.
With files from The Spec and Inside Halton
Grant Whitfield covers product recalls, prices and consumer rights for Novello Desserts.