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2015 KIA Soul ENGINE Recalls

2 recalls Highest severity: Critical

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ENGINE Safety Recalls

Critical #20V750000 Plain English
Component

ENGINE

Manufacturer
Kia Motors America
What Happened
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.
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Critical #19V120000 Plain English
Component

ENGINE

Manufacturer
Kia Motors America
What Happened
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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Original — What Happened
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.
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Other KIA Soul 2015 Recalls

STEERING
1 recall
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
1 recall

Other KIA Soul Years

2019
1 recall
2018
1 recall
2017
1 recall
2016
2 recalls
2014
5 recalls
2013
3 recalls
2012
3 recalls
2011
3 recalls
2010
3 recalls

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