2014–2016 Kia Soul, Soul EV recall: Steering
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 17V608000
- Reported
- September 29, 2017
- Manufacturer
- Kia America, Inc.
- Part
- Steering
- Vehicles affected
- About 342,381
What is wrong
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.
Safety risk
If the pinion gear separates, steering will be lost, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and secure the pinion plug or replace the steering gear assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 16, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC155. Note: This recall supersedes campaigns 14V-332 and 15V-736. Vehicles previously remedied under those numbers are being recalled again under this campaign.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Kia Soul (2014, 2015, 2016); Kia Soul EV (2014, 2015, 2016). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
If the pinion gear separates, steering will be lost, increasing the risk of a crash.
What is the fix?
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and secure the pinion plug or replace the steering gear assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 16, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC155. Note: This recall supersedes campaigns 14V-332 and 15V-736. Vehicles previously remedied under those numbers are being recalled again under…
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