Kia Soul Ev recall (17V608000)

Kia · United States Recall

NHTSA Campaign ID: 17V608000
Report Received: 2017-09-29
Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.
Make: Kia
Model(s): SOUL EV
Model Year(s): 2015, 2016, 2014
Component: STEERING
Potentially Affected Units: 342,381

Defect Description

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.

Consequence

If the pinion gear separates, steering will be lost, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

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