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NHTSARecalled Sep 29, 2017 · #17V608000

Steering Gear May Separate

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

Product details

Product
  • Steering Gear May Separate
  • 2014-2016 Soul and Soul EV
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Kia America, Inc.
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

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.

View the official CPSC notice