The engine in your vehicle is the heart of your car. In certain 2011-2015 models, a faulty engine component can cause a fire in the engine compartment while you're driving.
Risk if Unfixed
A fire in the engine compartment can spread quickly and cause serious injury, including burns and smoke inhalation.
Free Fix
Your Kia dealer will inspect the engine for any leaks, perform an engine test, and make any necessary repairs, including replacing the engine, all at no cost to you. They'll also update the software for the Knock Sensor Detection System to prevent future issues.
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Original — What Happened
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Sorento, 2012-2015 Forte and Forte Koup, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, 2014-2015 Soul, and 2012 Sportage vehicles. An engine compartment fire can occur while driving.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine compartment for fuel and/or engine oil leaks, perform an engine test and make any repairs, including engine replacement, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, Kia dealers will update the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) software, free of charge. The recall began January 27, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC200.
The catalytic converter in your Soul's 1.6L engine helps clean exhaust gases. In some 2012-2016 models, high exhaust temperatures can damage this converter, causing engine problems.
Risk if Unfixed
If the converter fails, the engine could stall while you're driving, increasing the risk of a crash. If a connecting rod breaks, it could puncture the engine block, spilling oil onto the hot exhaust system, which could cause a fire.
Free Fix
Your Kia dealer will update the engine computer to prevent overheating and replace the damaged catalytic converter at no cost to you. If the engine is also damaged, they'll replace it free of charge, too.
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Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2016 Kia Soul vehicles equipped with 1.6L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engines. High exhaust gas temperatures may damage the catalytic converter, possibly resulting in abnormal engine combustion and damage to one or more of the engine's pistons and possible piston connecting rod failure.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Piston damage may result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. A broken connecting rod may puncture the engine block allowing engine oil to escape. The leaking oil may contact the exhaust, increasing the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will upgrade the Catalytic Overheating Protection Engine Control Unit logic to prevent overheating of the catalytic converter. In addition, the catalytic converter will also be replaced if it has been damaged. Depending on the extent of any damage, the engine may also be replaced, free of charge. The recall began April 17, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC176.
The pinion plug in your Soul or Soul EV is a crucial part that keeps the steering gear in place. In some 2014-2016 models, this plug can come loose, causing a serious problem.
Risk if Unfixed
If the pinion gear separates, you'll lose control of your steering, which can lead to a crash. You could be driving down the road and suddenly find it difficult to turn or steer your vehicle.
Free Fix
Your Kia dealer will inspect and fix the steering gear assembly to prevent this issue, at no cost to you. They'll either secure the pinion plug or replace the steering gear assembly, free of charge.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the pinion gear separates, steering will be lost, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — 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.
The accelerator pedal in your Soul is the part that you press to make your vehicle go faster. Over time, a section of this pedal could bend and break, making it harder to accelerate.
Risk if Unfixed
If the pedal breaks, you might have trouble speeding up on the road, which could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
Your Kia dealer will add a protective rubber cushion underneath the pedal, free of charge. You should schedule the repair when you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Soul and Soul electric vehicles manufactured July 21, 2013, to January 8, 2015. A section of the accelerator pedal may bend and fracture.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the vehicle has a bent or broken accelerator pedal, the driver may have difficulty accelerating the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will add a supporting rubber underneath the pedal stopper, free of charge. The recall began on March 24, 2015. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC116.
