Kia Soul EV recalls

5 recall campaigns since 2013 include the Kia Soul EV. Choose a model year to see only the recalls that cover it.

By model year

2019 (3 recalls)2018 (3 recalls)2017 (3 recalls)2016 (4 recalls)2015 (4 recalls)2014 (1 recall)

Most recalled parts

Electrical system (2), Power train (1), Air bags (1), Steering (1) among the latest campaigns.

Check your own car by VIN. A recall applies only to certain vehicles, built in certain periods. NHTSA’s recall lookup checks your 17-character VIN against open recalls and is free.

Latest recalls

2015–2019 Kia Soul EV recall: Power train: automatic transmission, gear position indication (prndl)
October 26, 2023 · Kia America, Inc. · Campaign 23V-724
Kia America, Inc. (KIA) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Soul EV vehicles.
2015–2019 Kia Soul EV recall: Electrical system: propulsion system, traction battery
March 29, 2023 · Kia America, Inc. · Campaign 23V-218
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Soul EV vehicles equipped with an E400 battery.
2017–2019 Kia Forte Koup, Soul EV, Sedona and more recall: Air bags
January 25, 2022 · Kia America, Inc. · Campaign 22V-031
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Sedona, Soul, Soul EV, 2017-2018 Forte, and 2017 Forte Koup vehicles. The Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) cover may contact a memory chip on the printed circuit board…
2015–2016 Kia Soul EV recall: Electrical system: software
July 2, 2020 · Kia America, Inc. · Campaign 20V-389
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Kia Soul Electric Vehicle (EV) vehicles. The parking mechanism may become damaged if the driver moves the gear shift lever into Park 'P' before the vehicle comes…
2014–2016 Kia Soul, Soul EV recall: Steering
September 29, 2017 · Kia America, Inc. · Campaign 17V-608
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Soul and Soul EV vehicles. The pinion plug may allow the pinion gear to separate from the steering gear assembly.

Frequently asked questions

How many recalls has the Kia Soul EV had?

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the Kia Soul EV, across 6 model years (2014–2019).

Which Kia Soul EV model year has the most recalls?

The 2016 Kia Soul EV appears in the most campaigns (4). Counts reflect how many recalls include that year, not how many cars were affected.

How do I check my Kia Soul EV for recalls?

Use the free VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls. A campaign applies only to certain vehicles, so a model-year match is not enough.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.