Defect Description For Recall
Kia Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2010 Soul And Model Year 2011 Sorento Vehicles Manufactured From September 7, 2009 Through July 30, 2010. A Limited Number Of Wiring Harnesses Supplied By Jci And Used For The Lighting In The Kia Soul Vehicle’S Advanced Lighting Speakers, Located In The Front Door Trim Panels, And The Kia Sorento Vehicle’S Interior Accent Illumination, Located In The Front And Rear Door Trim Panels, May Have Been Improperly Soldered.
Make Of Vehicle
KIA
Model Of Vehicle
SOUL
Year
2010
Recall Campaign Number
10V388000
Component Description
Electrical System:Wiring
Effect Of Defect
When The Lights Are Illuminated Under Certain Conditions, An Electrical Short May Occur That Can Result In A Fire.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace The Wiring Harnesses For The Lights In The Kia Soul Vehicle’S Advanced Lighting Speakers, And The Wiring Harness For The Kia Sorento Vehicle’S Interior Accent Illumination. This Service Will Be Performed Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On September 13, 2010. Owners May Contact Kia Consumer Assistance Center At 1-800-333-4542.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Kia Motors Corporation
Start Of Manufacture
20090907
End Of Manufacture
20100608
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
35185
Date Owners Notified
20100913
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Kia Motors America
Date Report Received
20100831
Make Campaign Number
SC083