Recall 20V389000: 2015–2016 Kia Soul EV
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jul 2, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- 3,714
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
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 to a complete stop. If the parking mechanism is damaged, unintended vehicle movement may occur when the gear shift lever is in the Park 'P' position and the parking brake is not applied.
The risk
Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will update the electronic control unit software, free of charge. The recall began August 7, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC191.
Notes
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2015 Kia Soul EV
- 2016 Kia Soul EV
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 20V389000
- Manufacturer campaign
- SC191
- Manufacturer
- Kia Motors America
- Owner letters
- Aug 7, 2020
- Components
- Electrical system:software (Electrical System); Power train:automatic transmission:gear position indication (prndl) (Transmission & Drivetrain)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology