2021 Kia Seltos Technical Service Bulletins

134 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2021 Kia Seltos. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10185006Dec 14, 2020Electrical system, Forward collision avoidance, Lane departure. TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: FRONT VIEW CAMERA REPLACEMENT (SA452) - This bulletin provides information on the inspection and replacement of the front camera of some 2021MY Seltos (SP2) produced from August 10, 2020 through September 02, 2020, which may exhibit illumination of the Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) Lane Keep Assistance (LKA) warning lamp in the instrument cluster with DTC…
• 10185004Dec 10, 2020Electrical system, Equipment. TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: DISPLAY AUDIO 2.0 SOFTWARE UPDATE (SA451) - This bulletin provides the procedure to update the head unit software on some 2021MY Seltos (SP2) vehicles produced from December 18, 2019 through November 22, 2020, equipped with the D-AUDIO 2.0 head unit, in order to improve wireless CarPlay and Android Auto feature. To correct this concern, perform the head unit software…
• 10185020Dec 3, 2020Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment. SC199 - Owner Letter - Notification to Seltos vehicle owners advising them of a Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign to improve the Transmission Control Module (TCM) logic and, if necessary, replace the Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) on some 2021 Seltos vehicles.
• 10184997Dec 3, 2020Transmission and drivetrain, Engine cooling, Electrical system. TSB_ELE200_CLOSED: Technical Service Bulletin superseded by SC199_TSB
• 10185023Dec 2, 2020Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. SC199_TSB: VOLUNTARY EMMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN - IVT SOFTWARE LOGIC IMPROVEMENT AND/OR IVT REPLACEMENT (SC199) - (This bulletin was previously referred as 'SA424' or 'ELE 200'.) This bulletin provides the procedure to update the Transmission Control Module (TCM) software logic and, if necessary, replace the Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) on certain 2019-2021MY vehicles listed in the chart below.
• 10185022Dec 2, 2020Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment. SC199_STCKR - Completion Sticker
• 10185021Dec 2, 2020Transmission and drivetrain, Engine cooling. SC199_POC - Proof of Completion Card
• 10185017Dec 2, 2020Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain. SC199 - Questions and Answers: Frequently Asked Questions regarding the Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign to improve the Transmission Control Module (TCM) logic and, if necessary, replace the Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) on some 2019-2020 Forte; 2020-2021 Soul, and 2021 Seltos vehicles.
• 10185016Dec 2, 2020Equipment, Engine, Transmission and drivetrain. SC199 - Dealer Parts and Service Manager Notice: Notification to Dealer Parts and Service Managers advising them of a Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign to improve the Transmission Control Module (TCM) logic and, if necessary, replace the Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) on some 2019-2020 Forte; 2020-2021 Soul, and 2021 Seltos vehicles.
• 10185015Dec 2, 2020Transmission and drivetrain. SC199 - Dealer Principal Notice: Notification to Dealer Principals advising them of a Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign to improve the Transmission Control Module (TCM) logic and, if necessary, replace the Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) on some 2019-2020 Forte; 2020-2021 Soul, and 2021 Seltos vehicles.
• 10183315Nov 20, 2020Engine cooling, Electrical system. PITSTOP: VEHICLE AUTO-SHUT OFF SYSTEM - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Some 2021MY Seltos (SP2), K5 (DL3A) and Sorento (MQ4a, MQ4 KH) models are equipped with a new Auto-Shut Off feature, which automatically shuts off the engine after a set time period. This feature will help reduce fuel…
• 10186667Oct 14, 2020Engine cooling. TSB - DATA COLLECTION: EXTRACT CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS DATA FROM ECU (DC21) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information related to extracting “in use performance tracking” emissions data from the Engine Control Unit (ECU) of certain vehicles sold in California.
• 10182529Oct 7, 2020Electrical system. PITSTOP: MFC, CONCERNS FOR DISABLED OPERATION - This Pitstop provides information regarding concerns with disabled operation of Multi-Function Camera (MFC) on some Kia vehicles. When normal operation is not possible due to certain outside environment conditions (such as sunlight glare, heavy rain, sunlight, snow, fog and/or substance/debris) causing a temporary concern. This stops operation causing Warning Lamp ON…
• 10180657Sep 17, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: ICU OPERATION LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA435) - This bulletin provides the procedure to improve the logic of the Integrated Central Control Unit (ICU) on some 2021MY Seltos (SP2) vehicles, produced from November 20, 2019 through August 13, 2020, which may exhibit a parasitic draw during long-term storage, while the ICU is in Transportation Mode.
• 10179255Aug 25, 2020Equipment, Brakes. PITSTOP - BRAKE CALIPER LEAK INSPECTION - This PITSTOP provides information related to a brake caliper fluid/oil substance found on some Kia vehicles, due to possible excess assembly oil applied during assembly.
• 10179231Aug 14, 2020Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: IVT SOFTWARE LOGIC IMPROVEMENT AND/OR IVT REPLACEMENT (SA424) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides the procedure to improve the Transmission Control Module (TCM) logic and if necessary, replace the Intelligent Variable Transmission…
• 10177751Jul 27, 2020Engine cooling. TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: MAINTENANCE REMINDER FEATURE - This bulletin provides information on setting the "Service Interval Reminder" feature available on most Kia vehicles. If the service interval reminder is set, the customer will be informed to have the next maintenance service performed, which can positively affect vehicle longevity and performance.
• 10177747Jul 23, 2020Electrical system. TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: IVT SOFTWARE LOGIC IMPROVEMENT AND/OR IVT REPLACEMENT (SA424) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides the procedure to improve the Transmission Control Module (TCM) logic and if necessary, replace the Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) on 2019-2021MY vehicles which may exhibit a MIL with the DTC(s) listed below.
• 10177738Jul 23, 2020Electrical system, Seats. PITSTOP: REAR OCCUPANT ALERT (ROA) W/ REAR DOOR LOGIC - This Pitstop provides information regarding the Rear Occupant Alert (ROA) with Rear Door Logic system on 2021MY K5 (DL3a) and Seltos (SP2) models. This system is designed to help prevent a rear passenger from being left inside the vehicle when exiting. When you open the front door after opening and closing the rear door and turning off the engine, the…
• 10177750Jul 7, 2020Engine cooling. Technical service bulletin: maintenance reminder feature
• 10177733Jul 2, 2020Electrical system. PITSTOP: VEHICLE AUTO-SHUT OFF SYSTEM - Some 2021MY Seltos (SP2) and K5 (DL3A) models are equipped with a new Auto-Shut Off feature, which automatically shuts off the engine after a set time period. This feature will help reduce fuel consumption and prevent carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning.
• 10176920Jun 29, 2020Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: IVT SOFTWARE LOGIC IMPROVEMENT AND/OR IVT REPLACEMENT (SA424) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides the procedure to improve the Transmission Control Module (TCM) logic and if necessary, replace the Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) on 2019-2021MY vehicles which may exhibit a MIL with the DTC(s) listed below.
• 10176919Jun 9, 2020Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: IVT SOFTWARE LOGIC IMPROVEMENT AND/OR IVT REPLACEMENT (SA424) - This bulletin provides the procedure to improve the Transmission Control Module (TCM) logic and if necessary, replace the Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) on 2019-2021MY vehicles which may exhibit a MIL with the DTC(s) listed below.
• 10176072May 22, 2020Engine cooling. TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: DATA COLLECTION: EXTRACT CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS DATA FROM ECU (DC21) - This bulletin provides information related to extracting "in-use performance tracking" emissions data from the Engine Control Unit (ECU) of certain vehicles sold in California.
• 10174517Apr 29, 2020Electrical system. TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: IBU JUDGEMENT LOGIC IMPROVEMENT UPDATE (SA423) - This bulletin provides the procedure to improve the judgement logic of the Integrated Body Control Unit (IBU) on some 2021MY Seltos (SP2) vehicles equipped with a standard key type (non-Smart Key), produced from November 21, 2019 through March 23, 2020, which may exhibit MIL ON with DTC(s) listed below.
• 10174516Apr 28, 2020Electrical system. TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: BCW SOFTWARE UPDATE (SA422) - This bulletin provides the procedure to update the logic of the Blind Spot Collision Warning (BCW) on some 2021MY Seltos (SP2) vehicles, produced from November 20, 2019 through March 27, 2020, which may exhibit MIL ON with DTC(s) C2702 – C2703.
• 10174520Apr 24, 2020Transmission and drivetrain. TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: - TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid type and fill quantity requirement for each Kia model. A flush is required ONLY when a transmission is replaced, refer to applicable vehicles on page 2. Refer to the shop manual on KGIS for the specific…
• 10173263Mar 30, 2020Electrical system. PITSTOP: POWER DOOR LOCK OPERATION - This Pitstop provides information regarding the power door lock function on 2021MY Seltos (SP2) vehicles. The door lock system functions differently than on previous Kia models.
• 10173458Mar 24, 2020Equipment. TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: DISPLAY AUDIO 2.0 SOFTWARE UPDATE (SA415) - This bulletin provides the procedure to update the head unit software on some 2021MY Seltos (SP2) vehicles produced from November 21, 2019 through January 21, 2020, equipped with the D-AUDIO 2.0 head unit which may exhibit intermittent malfunction of the radio control button. To correct this concern, perform the head unit…
• 10173459Mar 18, 2020Equipment. TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: SELTOS AVN 5 WIDE SOFTWARE UPDATE (SA417) - This bulletin provides the procedure for updating the AVN 5 WIDE head unit software on some 2021MY Seltos (SP2) vehicles produced from November 26, 2019 through February 18, 2020, which may exhibit "€œUVO" and "INFO" buttons with reversed functionality relative to published customer education materials. To correct this…
• 10173262Mar 17, 2020Electrical system. PITSTOP: VEHICLE AUTO-SHUT OFF SYSTEM - Some 2021MY Seltos (SP2) models are equipped with a new Auto-Shut Off feature, which automatically shuts off the engine after a set time period. This feature will help reduce fuel consumption and prevent carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning.
• 10173450Mar 12, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: FRONT RADAR DTC JUDGEMENT LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA414) - This bulletin provides the procedure to improve the logic of the front radar software on some 2021MY Seltos SX (SP2) vehicles equipped with 1.6L-T Gamma engine, produced from November 20, 2019 through February 14, 2020, which may set a MIL ON with DTC C1604.
• 10172124Feb 28, 2020Steering. PITSTOP: SELTOS ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS - This Pitstop provides information regarding alignment specifications for 2021MY Seltos (SP2) vehicles. In the event a wheel alignment is needed, ensure your alignment equipment has the correct specifications programmed into the PC database.
• 10172123Feb 7, 2020Electrical system. PITSTOP: OVERHEAD CONSOLE UVO/INFO BUTTONS - This Pitstop provides information regarding the functionality of the overhead console UVO buttons on some 2021MY Seltos SX (SP2) vehicles. With UVO Link activated, customers may experience and 'UVO' and 'INFO' buttons with reversed functionality relative to published customer education materials. Only the Seltos SX trim level is equipped with these buttons and functions.

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