Kia Motors America is recalling certain 2015-2016 Kia Soul Electric Vehicle vehicles
— Recall Campaign #20V389000
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Kia Soul Electric Vehicle (EV) vehicles. The parking mechanism may become damaged if the driver moves the gear shift lever into Park 'P' before the vehicle comes to a complete stop. If the parking mechanism is damaged, unintended vehicle movement may occur when the gear shift lever is in the Park 'P' position and the parking brake is not applied.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 3,714 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
20V389000
| Manufacturer: | Kia America, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | July 02, 2020 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 20V389000 |
| Units affected: | 3,714 |
- Description:
- Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Kia Soul Electric Vehicle (EV) vehicles. The parking mechanism may become damaged if the driver moves the gear shift lever into Park 'P' before the vehicle comes to a complete stop. If the parking mechanism is damaged, unintended vehicle movement may occur when the gear shift lever is in the Park 'P' position and the parking brake is not applied.
- Consequeces:
- Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Kia will notify owners, and dealers will update the electronic control unit software, free of charge. The recall began August 7, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC191.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.