2016 Kia Soul Safety Ratings

US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:	17V608000
Mfg's Report Date:	SEP 28, 2017
Component:	STEERING
Potential Number Of Units Affected:	342381

Summary:
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.

Dates of Manufacture:
JUL 20, 2013 to SEP 29, 2015

Manufacturer Recall Number:
SC155

The safety ratings and information is provided directly from the
Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)