Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
KIA
Model Of Vehicle
SOUL
Year
2014
Recall Campaign Number
17V608000
Component Description
Steering
Effect Of Defect
If The Pinion Gear Separates, Steering Will Be Lost, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Kia Motors America
Start Of Manufacture
20130721
End Of Manufacture
20150930
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
342381
Date Owners Notified
20171116
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Kia Motors America
Date Report Received
20170929
Make Campaign Number
SC155