The reason for the suspension of sales was the problem of the lack of steering lock when the ignition is switched off in the Classic, Comfort, Luxe and Style trim levels. It is in these versions that the engine is started with a key, while the rest of the equipment is equipped with a keyless start of the motor – and did not fall under restrictions.
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The Russian press service of Kia confirmed Auto Mail.ru suspension of sales of Kia Seltos from June 11 this year. When they resume is unclear.
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“There was a discrepancy in the declared specification of the steering column lock system in some Kia Seltos trim levels,” the company replied and emphasized that the issue was not related to car safety.
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“We are actively working on countermeasures to solve this problem and resume deliveries of the model, which is now in great demand on the market. We plan to directly notify Kia customers who have already received these cars as soon as the plan for eliminating this discrepancy is ready for official announcement and implementation in Russia, ”the report said.
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