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2024 Kia Seltos Wipers & Visibility Problems

3 owner-reported wipers & visibility complaints from NHTSA data

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Mar 2025Sep 2024
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Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Owner Complaints (3)

highVISIBILITY/WIPER
Filed: Jun 2025

Your rear view camera gets covered with raindrops when backing up in the rain, making it hard to see what's behind you. This obstruction appears specifically during wet weather when you need the camera most. Fixing this likely involves cleaning the camera lens, applying a water-repellent coating, or potentially replacing the camera housing with an improved design.

NHTSA #: 11665491
mediumVISIBILITY/WIPER
Filed: Mar 2025

Over the last year that I have had my car, I noticed that things as little as gravel, bugs, and small rocks chip my windshield easily. I worry that I have defective glass considering I have over 10 chips on my windshield.

NHTSA #: 11651615
mediumVISIBILITY/WIPER
Filed: Sep 2024

Issue Description: I am reporting a crack that has suddenly appeared in the windshield of my vehicle. This crack aligns with the rearview mirror and has spread quickly. Details: Date of occurrence: The crack was first noticed on the morning of [XXX]. Recent vehicle use: We recently drove the car to Dallas (7 hours from home) and Lake Charles (1 hour from home), and during that trip, we thoroughly cleaned the windshield, which was covered in bugs. At that time, we inspected it closely and noted no cracks or damage. Location of crack: The crack is located very high up on the windshield, making it highly improbable that it resulted from any fault of our own. Impact on Safety: The crack obstructs my view and poses a safety concern while driving. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

NHTSA #: 11616115

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